Conroe Weapons Offense Attorney

Get the Defense You Need from Douglas W. Atkinson, Attorney at Law

If you have been charged with a weapon crime, especially a crime involving the illegal use of a firearm, it is important that you retain the services of a skilled criminal defense attorney. If you are convicted of a weapon crime, you face life-altering criminal penalties that could negatively impact your future. For this reason, it is in your best interest to hire an attorney who can defend you both in and out of court and protect your individual rights.

Understanding the Charge Against You

A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly possesses, manufactures, transports, repairs, or sells any of the following:

• Explosive weapon
• Machine gun
• Short-barrel firearm
• Firearm silencer
• Switchblade knife
• Knuckles
• Armor-piercing ammunition
• Chemical dispensing device
• Zip gun

What am I up against?

A prohibited weapon offense may be classified as misdemeanor or felony offense. Classification will depend upon the type of weapon involved, the type of crime committed, if another person sustained bodily injury, the extent of the person's bodily injuries, if the accused has prior criminal convictions, and if the accused has prior weapon convictions. If the accused has prior criminal convictions, and/or if the accused caused bodily injury to another person, it is very likely that his/her criminal charges will be enhanced.

Types of Weapon Crimes

There are several weapon crimes including:

• unlawful carrying of a weapon
• places weapons prohibited
• unlawful possession of a firearm
• prohibited weapon
• unlawful transfer of certain weapons
• hoax bombs
• components of explosives
• making a firearm accessible to a child

Weapon Crime Penalties

Any person who is convicted of a weapon crime may be sentenced with jail or prison time, fines, probation, parole, and community service. Additionally, the person's weapon conviction will show up on his/her criminal record, which is accessible to the public. When a person has a weapon crime conviction on his/her criminal record, it can be very difficult for him/her to obtain employment, housing, and education opportunities.

Building a Powerful Defense in Fight for Freedom

In the wake of a criminal arrest, you may be concerned as to who will protect your rights and how you will prove your innocence in the matter. Fortunately, a seasoned legal team at the firm is capable of providing you with the highest quality of legal expertise and focused attention to your case to ensure the best possible outcome. When you are facing any type of weapon related offense, such as carrying an unregistered or illegal weapon or an unlawful discharge of your weapon, the Conroe criminal defense lawyer is prepared to handle your case today.

Contact a Conroe criminal attorney from the office today.