Possession of a weapon may constitute a criminal offence in two different situations: because of the use made of the weapon or also because of the nature of the weapon. This means that certain devices that are not inherently criminal can become so under certain circumstances, whereas other devices are prohibited weapons at any time, no matter what use is made of them (Sections 91 and 92 Criminal Code of Canada).
Prohibited bladed weapons
There is a list of bladed weapons whose simple possession is criminal.
This list is found in the Prohibited Weapons Order and the Criminal Code. Some of the best known of these prohibited weapons are shurikens, brass knuckles and nunchakus amongs others.
Prohibited firearms and other prohibited weapons
Some firearms may be owned legally, as long as you have an adequate licence and permit. Nevertheless, there are many firearms whose possession is prohibited at all times. The list of these weapons is found in the Prohibited Weapons Order and the Criminal Code.
Click here for exemple of cases of prohibted weapons handled by Cormier Simard Law firm.
If you wish to know whether or not a weapon is legal or if you have been arrested for possession of a prohibited weapon, it is strongly recommended that you consult a criminal lawyer.
