Weapons Charges
Guns, knives and even brass knuckles can get you arrested on weapons charges. In California, most weapons charges are felonies. Some possession charges are misdemeanors but that depends on what kind of weapon was involved, if the offender has a criminal record and what he or she intended to do with the weapons.
The attorneys at Luftman, Heck & Associates will help you with any type of California weapon charge including:
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Improper handling of a firearm in a motor vehicle
- Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon
- Possession of a weapon by a convicted felon
- Firing or shooting an object into an occupied building
- Selling a firearm
- Possession of an assault weapon
Penalties
Misdemeanor weapons charges carry a penalty of a year in jail and/or a fine of up to $1,000. Felony weapons charges are more serious. Prison time can range from one year up to 20 years depending on the offense, if the offender had a criminal record and the circumstances surrounding the arrest.
We can help
A conviction can keep you from getting a job or finding a place to live. You may have a viable defense.
- Was the search and seizure proper?
- Did you have the weapon because you were defending yourself?
- Did you accidentally fire your weapon?
- Was the gun not yours?
Let the experienced California attorneys at Luftman, Heck and Associates defend you and your reputation.
