Dangerous conduct with weapon prohibited generally

In force

(1)

In this section—weapon includes—

(a)

an antique firearm, explosive tool, captive bolt humane killer, spear gun, longbow or sword; and

(b)

a replica of a weapon; and

(c)

a replica of a thing mentioned in paragraph (a); and

(d)

an explosive; and

(e)

a slingshot or shanghai; and

(f)

a laser pointer.

(2)

A person must not—

(a)

without reasonable excuse; and

(b)

by the physical possession or use of a weapon;

engage in conduct, alone or with another, likely to cause—

(c)

death or injury to a person; or

(d)

unlawful destruction or damage to property; or

(e)

alarm to another person.

Maximum penalty—200 penalty units or 4 years imprisonment.

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