A firearm conviction carries severe penalties. In addition to fines and incarceration, you could permanently lose your right to own firearms and face obstacles to employment, housing and professional licensing. Time matters after a weapons arrest. At Johnson Duffie, our firearm charge defense lawyers in Central PA understand what’s at stake and build timely, aggressive defenses to protect your constitutional rights and your future.
Pennsylvania’s firearms laws are complex and strictly enforced. Whether you need an illegal firearm possession lawyer or defense against other weapons charges, our team provides experienced representation.
Statute 18 Pa.C.S. § 6105 prohibits certain individuals from owning firearms, including those with certain prior felony convictions, specific misdemeanor convictions, or those with active protection orders against them.
Pennsylvania law generally requires a License to Carry Firearms (LTCF) for concealed carry under 18 Pa.C.S. § 6106. Violations can result in felony charges depending on location and circumstances.
Under 18 Pa.C.S. § 6111, illegally selling, transferring, or purchasing firearms on behalf of prohibited persons carries significant criminal penalties under both state and federal law.
Possession of a firearm with a removed or altered serial number constitutes a separate felony offense under 18 Pa.C.S. § 6110.2.
A firearms conviction in Pennsylvania carries life-altering consequences, including:
A firearm charge defense attorney works to prevent or minimize these sanctions.
A skilled firearm charge defense lawyer examines multiple defense strategies depending on your specific circumstances.
Law enforcement must follow constitutional procedures. When police obtain evidence through unlawful searches, the court can suppress it, potentially leading to the dismissal of charges.
Prosecutors must prove you knew about the firearm and exercised control over it. We challenge weak possession claims when firearms belong to others or police discover them in shared spaces.
Pennsylvania recognizes certain out-of-state permits and provides exceptions for lawful transport. We examine whether exceptions apply to your situation.
Federal firearms charges carry mandatory minimum sentences, and procedural rules differ from those in state prosecutions. Some cases involve both jurisdictions, requiring defense counsel experienced in both systems.
Our wide range of legal expertise positions us to build the strongest possible defense for your case. As your partner, we bring:
Our team of dedicated attorneys represents clients facing weapons charges in:
Johnson Duffie’s criminal defense lawyers can help protect your rights and your future. Request a consultation with an experienced gun charges attorney in Harrisburg, PA.
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