section 4(3) of and Schedule 6 to the Firearms Act 1968

Convert thing / imitation firearm into a firearm

The statutory wording, points to prove, defences and penalty — verified against legislation.gov.uk (current revised versions, July 2026).

What the law says

Convert thing / imitation firearm into a firearm — topic/offence reference under Contrary to section 4(3) of and Schedule 6 to the Firearms Act 1968..

CJS codes
Official CJS offence index (March 2026)
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Points to prove

  • 1. The defendant converted a thing into a firearm
  • 2. The thing, before conversion, had the appearance of being a firearm but was so constructed as to be incapable of discharging any missile through its barrel
  • 3. As a result of the conversion the thing became a firearm (a lethal barrelled weapon within s 57(1) Firearms Act 1968)
  • 4. The defendant was not a registered firearms dealer (registered dealers are outside the offence)

Mode of trial & maximum penalty

Either way — Summary: 6/12 months' imprisonment and/or a fine; Indictment: 7 years' imprisonment

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