They Can Kill
Know the Dangers
Know the Law
Misusing air weapons and imitation firearms can cause damage, serious injuries or deaths.
Seen in public they can cause serious public concern and can result in an armed police response.
If you own an air weapon or are considering buying one remember these laws, for your safety and those in your community.
It is an offence to possess an air weapon or imitation firearm in public without legal authority or reasonable excuse -
YOU CAN BE ARRESTED.
A reasonable excuse may include someone possessing an air weapon or imitation firearm weapon in line with their professional duties, such as a farmer.
People under the age of 18 may not purchase, hire, sell or let on hire any weapon or ammunition.
Those under the age of 18 may not be in possession of an air weapon at anytime unless supervised by a person who is aged 21 or over, or as part of a shooting club or gallery.
Persons may possess an air weapon on private property with the consent of the owner. But, it is an offence for any person who is using an air weapon on private property to fire any missile beyond the boundaries of the premises.
A maximum penalty for this offence is currently £1,000. For housing tenants permission has to be sought from the landowner.