Firearms and weapons

Criminal Charges from Minnesota’s firearm possession and use laws can range from misdemeanor level offenses to serious felony. The most serious of these offenses, any person with a felony on their record is not eligible to be in possession of a firearm. The first time penalty for a felon in possession of a firearm is 5 years in prison and a $10,000.00 fine.

No matter what level of firearms or weapons charge that you are facing, don’t forget you can talk to your lawyer and have your lawyer present any time you are being questioned by the police. Talk to Criminal Defense Attorney John Scott to make sure your Constitutional rights are protected before talking to the police.

Minnesota criminal charges involving firearms happen from:

• Felon in possession of a firearm
• Discharging a firearm to close to residential area
• Violating a conceal and carry permit
• Possessing a concealed firearm without a permit
• Taking a firearm into a government building
• Taking a pocket knife into a government building
  

If you feel that you are wrongfully accused, it is important to speak with an attorney immediately. Don’t wait, for any reason. You need to have competent legal representation on your side so that you can be sure that the police and the prosecutors are not going to violate your constitutional rights.