Written question asked by David Nicholson (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 19 December 1995. It was answered by Lord Blencathra (Conservative) on Tuesday, 19 December 1995 on behalf of the Home Office.
Home Office
- Question
- In what circumstances police officers are permitted to search people for concealed knives; and if he will comment on the measures relating to (a) detection and (b) punishment he is taking to deter knife-carrying in public. - Including figure for maximum penalty for carrying a knife in public without good reason or lawful authority.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 6129; 268 c1011-2W;268 c1009-10W
- Session
- 1995-96
- Subjects
- Crime prevention Body searches Custodial treatment Fines Police Powers Offensive weapons
- Legislation
- Criminal Justice Act 1988
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- 2013-11-29 02:32:31 +0000
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