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The Importance of Having a Lawyer When Facing Gun Charges

The Second Amendment allows Americans to keep and bear arms. However, this right isn’t without its limits. There are many responsibilities required of lawful gun owners. Depending on where you live, local and state laws often differ greatly from federal laws. California has some of the most complicated and restrictive gun laws in the entire country, with severe penalties for anyone that doesn’t follow them.

California gun laws are comprehensive. Successfully navigating those laws is not easy. Some common mistakes made by gun owners are: Improperly store their firearms; Unlawful transportation of a firearm; And owning a restricted firearm. Each of these mistakes can lead to a misdemeanor or felony charge.

Some lawyers are experts at handling gun laws. Talking to the right lawyer can help you to comply with California’s complex gun laws; He can also help you successfully navigate the court process should you be arrested and charged with violating these rules. Our gun rights are precious to us. Don’t risk losing them.

It is essential to have a lawyer when it comes to any type of gun charges. It’s also essential that your lawyer understands you, your needs and your desire to retain your Second Amendment rights.

Conviction for even misdemeanor gun charges can mandate jail time, heavy fines, mandatory probation, and other punishments like work service, safety courses, etc. Conviction can also lead to you losing your current job or being flagged during background checks, leading to issues finding employment or licensing in the future.

If you or someone you are close to has been arrested for weapons charges, call a lawyer who means business and can get you the results you want: Call me, Attorney Jeffrey Vallens (818) 783-5700 or (888) 764-4340 or email me at: vallenslaw@yahoo.com or visit our sites for more information: www.4criminaldefense.com or www.westlakecriminaldefense.com