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I am sorry but thats bad news.
That is not a defence. There is direct case law on that point and its been the position for many years that forgetfulness is not a defence to an offensive weapon.
He will have to plead guilty.
Does he have any previous convictions? I can probably tell you what he will get if you can give me that information.
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