Section 16940 Of Division 2. Definitions From California Penal Code >> Division 2. >> Title 1. >> Part 6.

. As used in this part, "nunchaku" means an instrument consisting of two or more sticks, clubs, bars, or rods to be used as handles, connected by a rope, cord, wire, or chain, in the design of a weapon used in connection with the practice of a system of self-defense such as karate.