Man Facing Weapon Possession Charges
Posted on Nov 12, 2012 2:25pm PST
A man in the Rochester, New York area has reportedly been charged with weapon possession. According to reports, he was spotted by police officers who noticed him walking around the area suspiciously. When he was stopped, he was allegedly found in possession of at least one loaded handgun. He is now being charged with second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, third-degree criminal possession of a weapon and fourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property. He is now being held in lieu of $50,000 cash bail.
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.