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Closed Minimum 10-year sentence for knife possession and 20 years for use of a knife

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Pass legislation to impose a minimum 10-year prison sentence for knife crime, with no exceptions for being under the age of 16. Caught in possession 10years! Knife used 20 years minimum! If they can make the decision to carry a knife they must suffer the consequences.

We as a nation have become soft on crime, to such a point that many teenagers and adults are no longer afraid of the consequences to their actions. Be tough on crime, especially where weapons are involved and make our streets, parks and communities safe!

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