Felon Charged with Weapon Possession
Posted on Apr 1, 2012 11:30am PDT
A felon in the Hermon, New York area has reportedly been charged with illegal weapons possession. According to reports, the man was charged with fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon as he is a convicted felon who was found with a 12-gauge shotgun. He was previously convicted of second-degree robbery which makes it illegal for him to possess firearms.
Weapon possession charges can be incredibly serious and result in consequences such as jail time and heavy fines 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.