The Ultimate Police Handbook
Carrying firearm in a public place
Carrying firearm in a public place
s.19 Firearms Act 1968
Firearms
⚖️ Definition
A person commits an offence if, without lawful authority or reasonable excuse (the proof whereof lies on him) he has with him in a public place
(a) a loaded shot gun,
(b) an air weapon (whether loaded or not),
(c) any other firearm (whether loaded or not) together with ammunition suitable for use in that firearm, or
(d) an imitation firearm.
(a) a loaded shot gun,
(b) an air weapon (whether loaded or not),
(c) any other firearm (whether loaded or not) together with ammunition suitable for use in that firearm, or
(d) an imitation firearm.
📋 Points to Prove
- Have with him
- Without lawful excuse
- In a public place
- Either a loaded shotgun, air weapon, imitation firearm or any other firearm with suitable ammunition
- Without lawful excuse
- In a public place
- Either a loaded shotgun, air weapon, imitation firearm or any other firearm with suitable ammunition
⚖️ Powers & Punishment
Up to 7 years imprisonment and/or fine
⚖️ Offence Type
Summary
Either Way
Indictable
📄 Charging Codes
FI68088 - Firearm/ammo
FI68089 - Shotgun
FI68378 - Air Weapon
📁 Crime Recording
PNC Recordable
Crime Report Required