New York Weapons Crime Attorney

Weapons Crime Defense Lawyer in Manhattan

Many people operate under the misunderstanding that you must threaten a person with an actual weapon in order to face a weapons charge. This might seem to some that you should have a pistol, rifle, shotgun, hunting knife or other similar weapon if you are going to be charged with an offense involving a weapon. This is not the case. In fact, you can face weapons charges if you brandish an object that could be used as a weapon. Examples of these types of objects include frying pans, kitchen utensils, sticks, pipes, glass bottles, broken glass and many others.

The deadlier a weapon is considered to be, the greater the charge will be if you are caught using or threatening to use such a weapon.  For example, firearm/gun charges can be extremely serious.  If you fail to register your firearm properly through the appropriate legal channels, you could face criminal weapon charges. If the gun is unlicensed, loaded, on your person and located elsewhere than your residence or business, you could face an automatic 3.5 year prison sentence.

Because weapons and firearms are so dangerous and can easily result in deaths, law enforcement agencies tend to come down hard on individuals with this type of criminal charge. A New York weapons crime lawyer at Hochheiser Hochheiser & Inwood LLP can help you if you find yourself or a family member in this situation.

If you have been charged with a weapons crime:

You need to be aware of your legal rights. Even if you are unaware or misinformed about gun laws and weapon laws in New York, you could still go to jail. With the help of an experienced defense attorney, you can maximize your chances of a reduced or dismissed sentence.  Some crimes will result in a felony charge if you are convicted. Also, possession of automatic/assault firearms can come with very severe penalties.

You need to ensure that your freedom is not threatened by a charge that is unjust or inaccurate.

Contact a Manhattan Weapons Crime Lawyer at Hochheiser Hochheiser & Inwood LLP to discuss your gun or other weapon charges in New York City.