Criminal Defence
Bladed Article and Weapons Offences: Solicitor Sean Reilly, Manchester and the North West
Knife possession carries a strong presumption of custody, and that presumption can be rebutted with the right preparation.
Good reason for possession, lawful use at work, and whether the item even meets the statutory definition are all genuine issues. We also make early written representations to the CPS on public interest, which has resulted in no further action decisions for our clients.
In youth cases the priority is preventing remand and securing a disposal that protects the young person's future. Sean Reilly has successfully reversed a remand decision to bail for a youth charged with a bladed article offence.
Penalties you could face
- Minimum 6 month custodial sentence for adults on a second offence
- Up to 4 years custody
- Youth rehabilitation orders and detention in youth cases
How Sean can help
- Good reason or lawful authority for possession
- Item does not meet the legal definition of a bladed article
- Public interest representations for no further action
- Strong mitigation to rebut the custody presumption
Frequently asked questions
I had it for work, is that a defence?
Use at work is a statutory good reason. It has to be evidenced, and the account needs to be consistent from the first interview.
Bladed Article and Weapons Offences advice across the North West
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