Man Pleads Guilty to Weapon Possession
Posted on Jul 20, 2011 9:10pm PDT
A man in the East St. Louis area has reportedly pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm. According to reports, he is a previously convicted felon and not allowed to possess a weapon. Now, he could be facing up to ten years in prison along with a $250,000 fine. Also, he may have to be on supervised release for up to three years after his prison sentence. He reportedly had a 9mm Luger semiautomatic pistol in his possession.
Weapon possession charges can be incredibly serious and result in consequences such as jail time and more depending on the situation. It's important that you understand what you are being charged with and how you should go about resolving this matter. You do have rights to protect during this difficult time and options to do so. Begin the process of moving forward with your life.
It's in your best interest to work with a criminal defense lawyer who will understand your case and be able to guide you through this difficult process. A defense attorney will know how to deal with court proceedings and any other aspects necessary. You can count on a defense lawyer to always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. Please take some time today to contact a criminal defense attorney and begin discussing the details of your case.
