Forgery or Falsification of Proof Marks
Title: Forgery
Offence: Forgery or falsification of Proof Marks
Legislation: S121 Gun Barrel Proof Act 1868
Mode of Trial: Either Way
Statutory Limitations & Maximum Penalty: 2 years
Aggravating & Mitigating Factors
- Nature and number of barrels
- Intended Gain - financial or otherwise
- Repeated Offending
- Sophisticated Offending
- Professional hallmarks
Relevant Sentencing Guidelines
None
Relevant Sentencing Case Law
None
Ancillary Orders
- Compensation
- Confiscation
Links
Offence ARCHBOLD 22-58
Sentence ARCHBOLD 22-58
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