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EPISODE · Sep 23, 2025 · 11 MIN

Knife Crime Offences Explained: Sections 139 & 139A

from English and Welsh Police Law Explained · host Steven Barber

In today's episode we are explaining legislation designed to prevent possession of pointed or bladed articles under Section 139 and 139A of the Criminal Justice Act 1988, including its definition and some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions.Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1988/33/contents Send us Fan MailSupport the show

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