Manitoba Government to Enact Long-Bladed Weapon Control Act on December 31
In a move to combat violence and enhance public safety, the Manitoba government announced the
In a move to combat violence and enhance public safety, the Manitoba government announced the
The Manitoba government is taking action to enhance community safety with the introduction of legislation regulating the retail sale of long-bladed weapons, including machetes, knives, and swords, Justice Minister Matt Wiebe announced today. “Our government is committed to getting tough on crime and this new legislation would help keep our communities safer by restricting access to weapons such as machetes, knives and swords,” said Wiebe. “We’ve heard loud and clear: the purchase of these weapons needs to be restricted. We’re pleased to be moving forward to take real action to make our streets safer.” The Long-Bladed Weapon Control Act, or Bill 39, aims to curb the availability of long-bladed weapons to individuals with harmful intentions by implementing several measures: “Manitoba has seen significant success in deterring crime through regulating the retail sale of products targeted for criminal purposes,” Wiebe said. “Access controls, age restrictions, and identification and record-keeping requirements have proven effective at combating crime. Our government is expanding this approach to address long-bladed weapon violence in the province.” The bill defines long-bladed weapons as having a metal blade at least 30 centimetres in length. The definition could be expanded to include additional features or characteristics to address emerging community safety needs. Acting Grand Chief Betsy Kennedy of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) expressed support, stating, “Ensuring the safety and well-being of our AMC member nations is paramount. I want to recognize and applaud the efforts of the minister of justice to address the concerns put forth by First Nations leadership with this Long-Bladed Weapons Control Act.” The legislation also applies to online retailers shipping long-bladed weapons to Manitoba addresses. Scot Halley, president of the Manitoba Association of Chiefs of Police, also voiced support: “Edged weapon and machete attacks have dramatically increased in the last number of years, the consequences of which can cause significant life-altering injuries or sometimes be fatal. This legislation is another tool to assist law enforcement in keeping these weapons out of the hands of the gang and criminal elements.” If passed, the bill will take effect upon proclamation and will be accompanied by regulations, including additional weapon features and characteristics and necessary exemptions. The province plans to consult with retail businesses, law enforcement, and Indigenous leadership to develop the regulations in the coming months.
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In a move to combat violence and enhance public safety, the Manitoba government announced the
The Manitoba government is taking action to enhance community safety with the introduction of legislation regulating the retail sale of long-bladed weapons, including machetes, knives, and swords, Justice Minister Matt Wiebe announced today. “Our government is committed to getting tough on crime and this new legislation would help keep our communities safer by restricting access to weapons such as machetes, knives and swords,” said Wiebe. “We’ve heard loud and clear: the purchase of these weapons needs to be restricted. We’re pleased to be moving forward to take real action to make our streets safer.” The Long-Bladed Weapon Control Act, or Bill 39, aims to curb the availability of long-bladed weapons to individuals with harmful intentions by implementing several measures: “Manitoba has seen significant success in deterring crime through regulating the retail sale of products targeted for criminal purposes,” Wiebe said. “Access controls, age restrictions, and identification and record-keeping requirements have proven effective at combating crime. Our government is expanding this approach to address long-bladed weapon violence in the province.” The bill defines long-bladed weapons as having a metal blade at least 30 centimetres in length. The definition could be expanded to include additional features or characteristics to address emerging community safety needs. Acting Grand Chief Betsy Kennedy of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) expressed support, stating, “Ensuring the safety and well-being of our AMC member nations is paramount. I want to recognize and applaud the efforts of the minister of justice to address the concerns put forth by First Nations leadership with this Long-Bladed Weapons Control Act.” The legislation also applies to online retailers shipping long-bladed weapons to Manitoba addresses. Scot Halley, president of the Manitoba Association of Chiefs of Police, also voiced support: “Edged weapon and machete attacks have dramatically increased in the last number of years, the consequences of which can cause significant life-altering injuries or sometimes be fatal. This legislation is another tool to assist law enforcement in keeping these weapons out of the hands of the gang and criminal elements.” If passed, the bill will take effect upon proclamation and will be accompanied by regulations, including additional weapon features and characteristics and necessary exemptions. The province plans to consult with retail businesses, law enforcement, and Indigenous leadership to develop the regulations in the coming months.
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