CHOOSE TO LEAVE, NOT TO CARRY
Do not carry a weapon for protection. If you feel threatened, seek trusted help, make a safer plan and avoid retaliation. If someone is in immediate danger, call 999.
A NARROW EXCEPTION IS NOT GENERAL PERMISSION
England and Wales law contains a limited exception for certain non-locking folding pocketknives with a cutting edge no longer than 3 inches. This is not a general right to carry a knife. Intention, threatening use, particular locations, banned articles and other circumstances can create criminal liability. Consult the official source and a solicitor; this draft has not been legally reviewed.
CONSEQUENCES DEPEND ON THE CASE
Violence can cause life-changing harm or death. The offence depends on what happened, intent, evidence and circumstances. An injury to a particular body part does not automatically establish murder or attempted murder.
OFFICIAL SOURCES.
Qualified legal review has not taken place.
WHAT WE’LL EXPLORE.
- Why can carrying make a situation more dangerous?
- Where are the current official rules?
- What support can help with threats?
A MOMENT TO THINK.
You can think about what would help you, without sharing a personal experience. No answer is required.