33A
In forceDischarging firearm etc with intent
Part 3Offences against the person
Division 6Acts causing danger to life or bodily harm
33A Discharging firearm etc with intent
(1)
Intent to cause grievous bodily harm A person who—
(a)
discharges any firearm or other loaded arms, or
(b)
attempts to discharge any firearm or other loaded arms,
with intent to cause grievous bodily harm to any person is guilty of an offence.
Maximum penalty—Imprisonment for 25 years.
(2)
Intent to resist arrest etc A person who—
(a)
discharges any firearm or other loaded arms, or
(b)
attempts to discharge any firearm or other loaded arms,
with intent to resist or prevent his or her (or another person’s) lawful arrest or detention is guilty of an offence.
Maximum penalty—Imprisonment for 25 years.
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