Weapons Charges

Trusted Criminal Defense Lawyers

Have you or someone you love been arrested for carrying a concealed weapon or charged with illegal possession of a firearm? Whether you are facing a felony gun possession charge or a misdemeanor weapons offense, you need to understand your options for resolving the criminal charges against you.

The criminal lawyers at our Detroit area law firm can explain the possible consequences of your gun charges and evaluate your options for defense. We make it a point to talk to you in language you can understand and to be available to answer you questions.

You might be thinking that you should just plead guilty to the weapons charge or that you can't afford to hire an attorney. It will cost you nothing to schedule your free consultation with a criminal defense attorney at Stearns & Coppins, PLLC.

Aggressive Defense of Gun, Firearm and Weapons Charges in Michigan

With offices in Mount Clemens and Warren, we represent individuals facing weapons charges in Detroit and the surrounding areas in Michigan. We can defend you against a variety of weapons charges, including:

• Illegal sale of a firearm or ammunition
• Carrying a concealed weapon (CCW) without a concealed pistol permit
• Failure to register a firearm
• Possession of a pistol or gun in a weapon-free school zone or other pistol-free area
• Reckless, careless or negligent use of a firearm resulting in injury or death
• Armed robbery
• Illegal or reckless discharge of a firearm
• Carrying a concealed weapon while under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Assault with a deadly weapon

The possession of a concealed weapon can compound the consequences of any criminal situation. For instance, if you are charged with another type of felony, such as robbery, and you are in possession of a weapon, the charges may be increased to armed robbery, leaving you facing increased prison time. In Michigan, a conviction on a felony firearms charge carries a two-year minimum mandatory sentence.

Thorough Criminal Defense Against Gun and Weapon Charges

Our firearms defense attorney can evaluate your particular situation and recommend the best course of action to take regarding your criminal defense strategy. We will:

• Investigate all facts and aspects of your case to determine all possible defenses, such as:

-The gun or weapon was inoperable
-The gun was not loaded
-The rifle or gun was used for hunting
-You didn't know the gun was in your possession

• Examine and dispute the evidence and the manner in which it was obtained
• Examine police procedures and prosecution tactics to identify and exploit case weaknesses
• Effectively prepare and cross-examine witnesses

CONTACT OUR FIRM: 800-452-1761

Weapon and/or firearms charges can be difficult to handle on your own. Contact a criminal defense lawyer at Stearns & Coppins, PLLC today and schedule your free initial consultation. At that time, one of our experienced trial attorneys can explain your options and determine the best way in which to proceed to protect your rights and interests with an aggressive defense.