In the UK knife crime happens every 24 minutes
Most people who are at risk are Males aged between 14-24
If you get caught carrying a knife YOU WILL be arrested.
You will have to explain to the police why you were carrying it and if you can't provide a good enough reason, you will be prosecuted. The maximum sentence for carrying a knife is four years in prison.
Northumbria is a safe area and doesn't have the knife crime problems which can be seen in other places in the UK.
Knife crime has been a source of national debate over the last few years and some young people are still carrying knives and getting involved in violent crime.
Most people who carry knives are motivated by fear, but by carrying a knife they increase the likelihood of becoming a victim themselves .
Most people who carry knives are motivated by fear, but by carrying a knife they increase the likelihood of becoming a victim themselves .
Knife crime affects everyone, no matter who you are. Do not think, just because you are a girl, or your over 30 that you will be excused from it.
Do you know anyone who carries a knife?
The next victim could be you, someone you know, a friend or a member of your family. Knives are not a game, the results are real and can be lethal. Ring the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 and help us to make the streets safer.
Crimestoppers will not ask your name, your age or where you live and you do not have to give a statement or go to court.
Powers of search and arrest
A police constable may arrest without a warrant and detain for such time as is reasonably required to permit a search to be carried out. A police constable may enter school premises and search premises and any person suspected of carrying a weapon. Here are the possible consequences of carrying a knife:
• You have a false sense of security
• You kill someone
• You injure someone
• You attract trouble and get stabbed yourself
• You get arrested for carrying a knife
• You end up with a criminal record
YOU END UP IN PRISON
