Possession Of Offensive Weapons

Question 0

What are the ingredients for possession of an offensive weapon? (202A 4b - any place)

Answer 0

• Has in his possession
• In any place
• Any offensive weapon OR Any disabling substance
• In circumstances that prima facie show an intention to use it to commit an offence involving bodily injury or the threat or fear of violence

Question 1

What are the ingredients for possession of an offensive weapon? (202A 4a - public place)

Answer 1

• Without lawful authority or reasonable excuse
• Has with him
• In any public place
• Any knife OR Any offensive weapon OR Any disabling substance

Question 2

What is the definition of any offensive weapon in possession of an offensive weapon (public place section 202A 4a)?

Answer 2

Any article made, altered or intented to cause bodily harm.

Question 3

What is the definition for offensive weapon for possession of an offensive weapon (any place - section 204a 4b)?

Answer 3

Any article capable of being used for causing bodily injury.