Offensive Weapons

Question 1

What is an offensive weapon?

Answer 1

Anything made, Adapted to cause injury or intended to be used as a weapon.

Machete, Stars, Knuckle dusters.

Question 2

Is there an offence for having an offensive weapon in a public place?

Answer 2

Yes. Any person without lawful authority or a reasonable excuse.

Ignorance, Forgetfulness or Self defence is not an excuse.

Question 3

Can you posses an offensive weapon in a private place?

Answer 3

No you are not allowed! Any prohibited offensive weapon in your home is not allowed.

Question 4

Possession of a pointed bladed article: How long can the blade be?

Answer 4

No more than 3 inches. It can also not be fixed.
W/O lawful authority or reasonable excuse.

Question 5

Can you carry a knife for religious reasons?

Answer 5

Yes you can, Depending on the circumstances.

Question 6

What’s the offence for threatening someone with a knife?

Answer 6

Threatening with a pointed bladed article or offensive weapon in a public place or school shall be guilty of this offence.