Weapon Related Articles
Our weapon related articles offer information and advice in relation to weapon-related crime – including details of changes in the law, new sentencing guidelines and any weapon amnesties coming up.
Ian Huntley Dead After Attack in Prison
Ian Huntley Murdered – Why high-profile offenders face attacks in custody and the legal consequences of serious prison assaults.
Bristol Woman Faces 9 Years in Prison For Firearms Smuggling and Drug Importation Offences
Firearms smuggling and drug importation in the UK explained. Learn about serious weapons offences, Class A drug trafficking and criminal defence.
Bruni Top-Venting Blank-Firing Guns Amnesty: Legal Risks of Owning Readily Convertible Firearms
Amnesty-called for owners of Bruni blank-firing guns: why they’re now illegal, the amnesty, and the serious penalties for possession.
Carrying an Imitation Weapon: Legal Risks and Wider Implications
Here we look at the serious risks of carrying an imitation firearm — from normal offences to wider terrorism-related implications.
Legal News Round-Up – June 2025
June 2025 round‑up: five pivotal UK criminal cases, from people‑smuggling and fatal drug seizures to AI‑CSAM guidance, grooming gang prosecutions, and life sentences for brutal violence.
The Importance of Effective Legal Defence
Here we look at the importance of effective legal defence – particularly when the evidence against someone seems so damning.
Government To Toughen Up on Offences Involving Crossbows
Government calls for review into tougher crossbow regulations for ownership, possession and use of crossbows.
The Firearms Act 2023 – Important Amendments to Firearms Act
The Firearms Act 2023 includes a couple of important amendments regarding miniature rifle ranges & possession of ammunition and its components.
Firearms Licensing Case and the use of “Secret Evidence”
The use of “secret” evidence in a recent firearms licensing case could open the door to similar instances. We look at the possible implications.
Air Weapons and the Law – A Guide To Keeping & Using Them Safely AND Legally.
Air Weapons and the law are pretty black and white and focus on the safe use and storage. Here is our guide to air weapons and the law.










