Weapons Charges

If you have been accused of or indicted for weapons chargesmenu-item-has-childrenwhich is the act of violating any state or federal firearms or other weapons lawsmenu-item-has-childrenit can be a serious offense in the state of California. Some weapons crime allegations are lone charges, while others are linked with another charge, such as carjacking or assault. Carrying/using an illegal weapon can result in serious felony charges. Whether you have been charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, or whatever the details of your particular incident, having a resourceful, knowledgeable, and experienced criminal attorney is crucial to the outcome of your case.

California Dangerous Weapons Laws

California statutes have limited the owning and use of many types of dangerous weapons. The law is commonly known as The California Dangerous Weapons Control Law. This law covers the possession and use of guns, knives, the use of scopes, and licensing for dealers and owners; and is one of the most restrictive statutes on the books according to the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence Scorecard.

Type of Weapons

California statutes cover pretty much every weapon, including all guns, with certain types being strictly forbidden, as well as many blade weapons. The statute is also very limiting on the states concealed carry. Weapons charges could cover some of the following illegal guns, blades, and other weapons, and would demand the expertise of an excellent criminal attorney:

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menu-item-has-childrenmenu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children Blowguns/Stun guns

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Types of Weapons Charges

The California Dangerous Weapons Control Law covers many instances and is very pervasive, or far-reaching. Punishments for violating any particular section could result in one year or less in jail for a misdemeanor, and one year to life+ in prison for a felony. Some punishable charges include:menu-item-has-children

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menu-item-has-childrenmenu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children Possession of a non-registered gun

menu-item-has-childrenmenu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children Carrying a concealed weapon

menu-item-has-childrenmenu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children Unlawful discharge

menu-item-has-childrenmenu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children menu-item-has-children Unlawful sale of firearms

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Accusation by Association

In California you do not have to be the one using the firearm to be charged and convicted. Penal Code 12022 and 12022.5,Californias Sentencing Enhancements for menu-item-has-childrenpersonally using a firearmmenu-item-has-children applies to any menu-item-has-childrenprincipalmenu-item-has-children deemed involved in the crime. A menu-item-has-childrenprincipalmenu-item-has-children is someone associated with a crime whether you are directly involved in the carrying-out of the crime, or considered as someone who aided and abetted in the crime. In other words, in addition to the punishment you receive for the first offense, you will serve an additional one menu-item-has-children to menu-item-has-children five year sentence in a state prison as if you were the one who executed the actual weapons charge crime. You need to know your rights!

Important Things to Know About Your Rights

You must make sure that your constitutional rights are being protected, no matter what the charges against you may be. You need an effective and experienced criminal attorney to determine whether all of the evidence that has been brought against you was acquired either legally or illegally. This could determine the outcome of your case.

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