Arrest in Pellet Gun Incident
Posted on Jul 3, 2010 12:40pm PDT
Police have arrested a 12-year-old boy for possession of firearms on schools grounds and possession of firearms by a minor. This arrest stems from the Rhode Island incident where the boy walked into his school while holding an Airsoft pellet handgun. According to Barrington Police, any weapon that fires a projectile is considered a firearm. According to reports, the school officials seized the gun and contacted the police. The boy did not fire the gun, but it is noted that it was loaded at the time.
Facing weapon possession charges can be incredibly serious and affect every aspect of your life if your case is not handled properly. You do have options when you are facing these charges and it's important that you know how to proceed forward with your case so that you do not suffer any further. When you are charged with possession, you will want to contact a criminal defense lawyer to handle your case. You want an expert who understands the court proceedings and can guide you through this difficult time. It's important that your case be resolved in the best way possible, so with the help of a defense attorney, you can count on this. Please take some time today to contact a criminal defense attorney to begin discussing the details of your case and moving forward with your life now.