New Jersey Gun Possession Lawyers
New Jersey has strict gun possession laws that forbid certain individuals from possessing certain types of weapons. Not only are the laws in this state strict regarding gun possession, but so are the penalties for a gun possession conviction, and anyone convicted of illegal gun possession may face long-term damage to their personal, professional, and financial life.
You may be facing a determined prosecution from the state or federal government if you’ve been charged with illegal gun possession. To learn more about how we may be able to help you defend your good name and protect your freedom in the face of these charges, contact the New Jersey gun possession attorneys at the Law Office of Jason A. Volet, LLC, today by calling 732-503-8968.
Gun Possession Penalties in New Jersey
In the state of New Jersey, gun possession crimes are treated harshly by the state, and these crimes are treated differently depending on the circumstances of the event. The following penalties may handed down to someone convicted of a gun crime:
- Up to 10 years in prison for the possession of a firearm used in an illegal way
- Up to 5 years in prison for the possession of a machine gun
- Up to 5 years in prison for the possession of an illegally owned rifle or handgun
- Up to 5 years in prison for the possession of a loaded rifle or shotgun
- Up to 18 months in prison for the possession of a firearm on school grounds
- Up to 18 months in prison for the possession of a fake gun used in an illegal way
These charges can also include strict financial penalties that may cost a defendant thousands of dollars if convicted. Other penalties can include lengthy probation periods, loss of employment opportunities, and a future loss of gun rights.
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If you’ve been charged with a gun possession crime, it is important to consider all of the legal options available for your defense. For more information regarding your full range of rights and what we can do to help defend you against these charges, contact the New Jersey gun possession lawyers at the Law Office of Jason A. Volet, LLC, at 732-503-8968 today.
