Understanding Weapons Charges in California
While the right to bear arms is every American citizen’s legal right under the U.S. Constitution, there are still regulations in place about how and when people can use these weapons, especially firearms. California state laws surrounding weapons are complex and can be confusing for people being charged with a weapons crime. If you have been accused of committing a crime involving a weapon, you may face steep penalties and fines, so it is in your best interest to hire a San Jose criminal defense attorney to represent you in your case. Penalties for Weapons Offenses in California Weapons offenses can range in severity resulting in misdemeanor or felony charges. The most frequent type of weapons charge in California is unlawful possession of a firearm-meaning someone has a gun without…