THE FACTS ABOUT KNIVES
What are the real risks and consequences of carrying a knife? Lots of people have their own opinions, but it's important to be aware of the true facts.
To find out what the real facts are, click on each of the statements below.
If your mate uses a knife while you’re with them, you could face the same charges - FACT!
The knife could be used against you, you’re more likely to get hurt.
If you carry a knife, you are more at risk of being attacked or killed - FACT!
Your loved ones could lose you. Your friends could get hurt or killed Think! What would this do to your family? How would you feel?
The risk is real.
If your mate uses a knife while you’re with them, you could face the same charges - FACT!
The knife could be used against you, you’re more likely to get hurt.
If you carry a knife or blade, you are more likely to stab somebody or get stabbed.
Your loved ones could lose you.
Your friends could get hurt or killed.
71 young men (aged 18-24) died in the UK last year from fatal stab wounds.
There is no ‘safe place’ to stab someone. Many have died from stab wounds in the arm or leg.
If the stab wound cuts an artery, the victim could bleed to death in less than a minute.
If the wound isn’t treated properly, it could get infected and result in death.
If you carry a knife you could go to jail for up to four years
You could get a criminal record
If you stab somebody and they die from the stabbing, you could face life in prison
After jail, life is hard. You’ll find out who your real friends are and getting a job and starting a new life will be tough.
A criminal record can stop you from going to some countries like the USA and Canada.
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