Student Charged with Weapon Possession
Posted on May 7, 2011 6:05pm PDT
A student in the Longview, Oregon area has reportedly been charged with weapon possession in regard to being accused of bringing a knife to school. The knife was reportedly large and the handle was mistaken for the handle of a gun. Police reportedly found the student with the knife while he was walking home. Now, he could face up to 30 days in the juvenile center if he is convicted in this matter.
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.
