Offences Relating to Weapons, Firearms & Robbery
At McKenzia Solicitors we are experienced in representing clients accused of serious offences. No doubtably, possession of offensive weapons, firearms & Robbery carry severe sentences. We are understand the stresses which can be present in such cases for their clients, therefore we work immensely hard to defend our clients for an outcome which is favourable. In some cases a relevant defence can be established for example where mistaken identity in concerned or prosecution inaccurate account of events which we can assist our clients to gather evidence to successfully defend our client's case. We are able to advise you every step of the way.
At McKenzia Solicitors we use a tailored approach to handle and defend our clients cases focusing on the specific facts and circumstances of your case. The Possession of Offensive weapons is broad and include but not limited to the following offences:
Possession of an Offensive Weapon
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Possession of an Offensive Weapon
An Offensive weapon is “any article made or adapted for use for causing injury to the person or intended by the person having it with him for such use by him or by some other person”.
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Possession of an article with blade or point in a public place
Applies generally to any article which has a blade or sharp point
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Possession of a corrosive substance
This relates to a substance which is capable of burning human skin by corrosion.
In the instances stated above, the points for the prosecution prove are as follows:
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The accused had with them
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In a Public place
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The accused was not Lawfully carrying the offensive weapon nor did they have the required authority or reasonable excuse”
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Possession in Schools - Possession of an article with blade or point or offensive weapon on education premises is unlawful unless there is permissible defence.