It sounds like this gun may need a strip and re-lube. Any rifle shooting over 12ft/lbs is illegal and you should be worried about it. The fact that it may be a small chance the police will take it and get it checked is enough. Upto 5 years for illegal possession of a firearm.... .09 over the limit or 5ft/lbs over the limit doesn't matter, worth considering. :*) :*)