Defenses to Firearm Offenses

If you are charged with ANY kind of firearms offense, you need a good attorney and you need them NOW!! There are several very effective defenses to firearms charges, particularly to possessory offenses as discussed below. Some of these defenses include:

1. An Unconstitutional, Illegal Search or Seizure

2. Insufficient proof of actual or constructive possession

3. Lack of Knowledge that a firearm was present

4. Transitory possession.

5. A statutory defense. (There are several).

6. The firearm is inoperable or defective.

8. The firearm was used for self defense, defense of others, or to defend property.

These are just a few of the defenses available to you if you are wrongfully charged with a serious firearms offense. Call Robert McKay & Associates NOW to safeguard your freedom!