The Offensive Weapons Act 2019 | Kangs Criminal Defence Solicitors
In the wake of escalating knife crime and the increased use of corrosive substances as weapons, the Offensive Weapons Act 2019 (‘the Act’) introduces a raft of new offences.
John Veale of Kangs Solicitors outlines the offences referred to within the Act.
New Offences | Kangs Offensive Weapons Advisory Team
- Part 1 of the Act provides for the sale, delivery and possession of corrosive products in a public place.
- Part 2 of the Act covers Knife Crime Prevention.
- Part 3 of the Act makes provision for the sale and delivery of bladed knives and other articles to persons under 18.
- Part 4 deals with the possession of an offensive weapon such as a ‘flick knife’.
- Part 5 deals with the offence of threatening with offensive weapons etc. in a public place.
- Part 6 sets out the prohibition of certain firearms.
- Part 7 deals with the enforcement of offences relating to the sale etc. of offensive weapons.
- Part 8 makes provision for the ongoing implementation of the Act.
How Can We Assist? | Kangs National Criminal Defence Solicitors
Anyone arrested or who is being investigated in relation to any offence should seek immediate expert assistance and advice immediately.
If we can help you, please do not hesitate to contact our team through any of the following:
Suki Randhawa
srandhawa@kangssolicitors.co.uk
0121 449 9888 | 020 7936 6396 | 07989 521210 (24hr Emergency Number)
Amandeep Murria
amurria@kangssolicitors.co.uk
0121 449 9888 | 07989 521210 (24hr Emergency Number)
Helen Holder
hholder@kanngssolicitors.co.uk
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