Philadelphia Gun Charges Attorney

Have you been charged or arrested for a criminal offense involving a gun? Contact Kenneth L. Baritz & Associates, P.C., to schedule a free initial consultation at your earliest opportunity. This is a law firm with a 30-year history in the Philadelphia area consisting of a family of lawyers possessing in-depth knowledge, experience and reputation for dedication and results.

What Gun Charge Were You Charged With?

You may have been charged with one or more of the following:

• Possession of a firearm by a person not entitled to possess one (generally, a convicted felon).
• Possession of a concealed firearm without a valid license or permit.
• Possession of a firearm on the public streets or public property of Philadelphia without a valid license or permit to carry.
• Carrying a firearm with an obliterated or altered serial number.
• Possession of a firearm by a minor.

Weapons Cases Often Bring Heavy Penalties

Most gun offenses are graded as felonies, while a few are only misdemeanors.

Gun offenses generally carry rather high sentences, even for individuals who do not have lengthy criminal records. There are also mandatory minimum sentences that apply in certain situations, including when a gun is used during the commission of another crime.

Kenneth L. Baritz & Associates, P.C., Is Prepared to Defend You

There a number of potential defenses in a gun case, and the applicability of any defense depends on the particular circumstances of your case.

The first thing to call into question is the police’s recovery of the gun. For example, if the police did not have an adequate reason to search your person, your house, or your car, then we can challenge the prosecution’s ability to use the gun against you at your trial. Without the gun, there likely would be no case against you.

Discuss your gun charges and the circumstances behind them with an experienced defense attorney. Learn why it is important to have a knowledgeable advocate on your side before you speak further to police or prosecutors on your own. Contact a criminal defense lawyer at Kenneth L. Baritz & Associates, P.C., to schedule a free initial consultation.