Illinois Weapons Charges Criminal Defense Team
You have the right to bear arms, but there are laws regarding the possession and use of guns and other weapons. Whether you simply forgot to renew your FOID card, were caught in possession of a martial arts throwing star or had a firearm in violation of parole/probation, you could be facing a state or federal offense that will land you in jail.
Keeping you out of prison is our job. If you have been charged with or arrested for a weapons violation, call the Edwardsville, Illinois, law office of Polinske & Associates at 618-505-4213 (877-632-3089 toll-free). As former prosecutors, we are well versed in both the statutes regarding weapons and how to present a case in your defense.
Weapons Charges and Penalties
The complex weapons laws in Illinois offer a good reason why you need experienced criminal defense attorneys on your side if you have been charged with a weapons violation. Weapons violations may include:
- Carrying a concealed weapon without a permit
- Illegal possession of a firearm under Illinois law (regardless of the law in your home state)
- Illegal possession of weapons, including martial arts weapons, Tasers, etc.
- Possession of a firearm following a felony/ domestic battery conviction
- Use or possession of a weapon during the commission of a crime
- Illegal possession of an assault weapon
Weapons charges can range from a Class A Misdemeanor (carrying a switchblade, for instance) to a Class X Felony (possession of a loaded assault weapon/machine gun), which can carry a life sentence for certain offenders. The state is serious about convicting those in violation of weapons laws. Make sure you're serious by choosing a lawyer with vast experience in criminal defense against weapons charges.
What Are You Waiting For?
If you are facing weapons charges and need skilled legal help from a veteran team of trial attorneys, contact us by e-mail or call us at 618-505-4213 (877-632-3089 toll-free). A free initial consultation is available when and where you need it.
Recent Successes
2009 - People v. Rose — Our client, an armed security guard, was charged by a police officer with Unlawful Possession of a Weapon (felony). We eventually won the case. However, he lost his job. We sued the police and a jury awarded him almost $120,000 in damages.
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