Were You Charged With a Weapons Crime in Indiana?
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Your weapons charge may be a stand-alone criminal offense such as possession of an unlicensed handgun, or it may be a component of an aggravated assault offense, perhaps associated with domestic violence. Any illegal possession or use of a gun — such as being a "felon in possession" — may qualify as a firearms crime, whether or not anyone was shot or harmed as a result.
Even if your firearms charge was in connection with another criminal charge such as assault, in the federal court system, the weapons charge alone may mean an additional five years in prison if you are convicted. Mandatory sentencing guidelines at the federal level may leave a judge with no latitude in sentencing when gun charges are involved.
As former prosecutors, we bring a storehouse of knowledge and experience to bear on our clients' firearms-related criminal cases. Call or e-mail Wallace Little to schedule a free consultation if you have been charged with unlawful possession of a firearm or any offense involving a gun.
In gun charges as in other criminal matters, your defense lawyer is likely to focus on key questions such as the following:
- Did the police have probable cause — and the right to search you in the first place?
- Can it be proven that the defendant actually possessed the gun in question?
- Can the prosecution prove every element of the alleged crime beyond a reasonable doubt?
Experienced, Aggressive Indianapolis Defense Lawyers
If you are facing firearms charges in Indiana, you have much at stake. You could lose your home, your reputation and your freedom. Our previous experience as prosecutors enhances our skills for people who have been charged with weapons-related crimes. Schedule a consultation with an attorney at Wallace Little. Call or e-mail us today.
