Sale of knives and controlled items - Queensland

Description

New laws will come into effect in Queensland from 1 September 2024 banning the sale of knives and particular controlled items to minors.

Retailers will also be required to securely store particular controlled items such as double-edged knives, machetes, tomahawks and axes and will be required to display signage regarding age-restricted items. In addition, any advertising of knives or controlled items that suggests them 'suitable for combat' will be prohibited.

Please find more information about these upcoming changes here.

Service type

Advisory Material

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Administering agency

Queensland Police Service

Contact details

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