The Ultimate Police Handbook
Communicate False Information Regarding Noxious Substance
s.114(2) and (3) Anti-Terroism, Crime and Security Act 2001
Terrorism
Definition
It is an offence to communicate false information regarding noxious substance.
Powers & Punishment
Six months imprisonment and/or fine on summary conviction
Seven years imprisonment and/or a fine on indictable conviction
Seven years imprisonment and/or a fine on indictable conviction
Sufficient To Charge?
There is no time limit on when prosecutions can be brought for this offence
Offence Type
Charging Codes
AT01025
Crime Recording
PNC Recordable
Crime Report Required