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[[File:Pepper_spray_Demonstration.jpg|thumb|450px|Pepper spray being used against an aggressor.]]
Before considering taking '''pepper spray''' with you, read the entire article about [[hitchhiker's safety]]. Pepper spray is definitely one of the more anti social ways and not many hitchhikers think it's necessary (or even desirable) to bring pepper spray when hitchhiking. Still, nobody wants to think too much about possible negative encounters while hitchhiking, but if the unthinkable happens, and you find yourself in a dangerous situation, you might be grateful to be in possession of some pepper spray. In some countries it is entirely legal ([[Germany]], for example, as in the south you may encounter bearslarge wild animals.), in other countries it is illegal to carry in public.
In locations such as the [[Dalton Highway]] in [[Alaska]] where you can expect wild animals (e.g. bears) taking pepper spray is a very good idea.
=== [[Netherlands]] ===
There are penalties for possession of this type of offensive weapon in the [[Netherlands]].
=== [[Poland]] ===
Pepper spray is widely available to anyone over 18. While there are tough laws on firearms and other weapons, the carrying of pepper spray is enthusiastically recommended by the police. If you are forced to use it against an aggressor, you are required by law to tell the police straight away - who will want to ask you questions - otherwise you could face charges.
=== [[Republic of Ireland]] ===
=== [[United Kingdom]] ===
There are heavy penalties for possession of this type of offensive weapon in the [[United Kingdom]]. However there is product called FarbGel - which stains the skin of an attacker a bright orange colour which will take at least 7 days to come off - which is permitted in the UK.
== Legal Issues - [[North America]] ==
