Montgomery County Gun Charges

Respected Montgomery County Gun Lawyer

While the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution grants US citizens the right to bear arms, it is up to each state to individually determine how that right is implemented.  There are several Maryland gun laws that govern the possession of firearms.  Violation of Maryland gun laws is prosecuted heavily, with punishments of up to 20 years in prison.  If you have been charged with gun violations or firearm violations in Montgomery County Maryland, contact Price Benowitz LLP to speak with a Montgomery County gun lawyer for an evaluation of your case.

Montgomery County Gun Charges

While there are many weapons violations and firearm offenses which are prosecuted in Montgomery County, two of the most common gun charges are carrying a concealed weapon without a permit and unauthorized possession of a firearm.  Often, those charged with carrying a concealed weapon in Montgomery County are the lawful owners of the handgun they are carrying, and did not realize they needed a permit to carry the concealed weapon.   Some individuals charged with possessing an unlicensed firearm might not have realized that they needed a permit for the gun, as no permit is required to purchase a rifle or a shotgun.   In addition to possessing an unlicensed gun, there are other gun laws which make unauthorized possession illegal.  For example, gun possession by a convicted felon is a violation of Maryland gun law.

Montgomery County Gun Defense

If you have been charged with gun offenses in Montgomery County, your case will likely be heard at one of two locations of the Montgomery County District Court:

·         27 Court House Square in Rockville MD

·          8552 Second Avenue in Silver Spring MD

Your Montgomery County gun lawyer will carefully evaluate your arrest and the evidence in your case to craft a strategy for your defense.  Police must adhere to strict procedures during a search and arrest, and your Montgomery County gun attorney will scrutinize the police actions leading to your arrest.  If there is cause to believe that the evidence was obtained as a result of an illegal search, your Montgomery County gun lawyer will move to have the evidence against you suppressed.

If you are found to be carrying a concealed weapon without a permit or discovered to be in possession of an unauthorized firearm, cooperate with authorities but refrain from making any statements to police that may incriminate you.  Instead, ask to speak with a Montgomery County gun attorney as soon as possible to help you protect and maintain your rights.