The equality of maximum sentences between offences does not mean they are of equal seriousness. Possessing a prohibited firearm by a prohibited person is likely to be more serious than possession of a firearm or shotgun without a certificate.
Citations:
Times 13-Apr-1999
Statutes:
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Criminal Sentencing
Updated: 12 September 2022; Ref: scu.86857
