Denver Gun Crime Lawyer

An estimated 45 percent of Coloradans live in a house with at least one firearm. Most of these guns were legally purchased and most of these gun owners operate their firearms in lawful manners. However, knowing all of the laws that pertain to guns in Colorado can be challenging; everyone is prone to making mistakes. If you were arrested for a gun crime in Colorado, you need a Denver gun crime lawyer to represent you in the courtroom. While you may “only” be facing a misdemeanor offense, you could still wind up in jail if you are not competently defended by an attorney. You similarly need an attorney even if you believe that this entire thing is a mix up, and believe that law enforcement will realize their error and let you off without a penalty. As more and more guns are purchased in the state of Colorado, and as violent gun offenses rise, prosecutors are becoming more eager to impose harsh penalties. Here at DeChant Law, we have successfully helped countless clients in all manners of gun offenses, and can do the same for you.

Common Gun Offenses in Colorado

There are dozens of gun laws in Colorado, from unlawful discharge to allowing a minor access to a handgun. Below are some of the most common gun crimes.

Unlawfully carry of a concealed weapon—Class 2 misdemeanor, punishable by up to 120 days in jail and a fine of $1,000
Possession of a dangerous weapon—Class 5 felony, punishable by one to three years in prison and a fine of up to$100,000
Possession of an illegal weapon—Class 1 misdemeanor, punishable by six to 18 months in prison and a fine of up to $5,000
Possession of a defaced firearm—Class 1 misdemeanor, punishable by six to 18 months in prison and a fine of up to $5,000
Possession of a handgun by a juvenile—Class 2 misdemeanor, punishable by three to 12 months in jail.
Possession of a weapon by a previous offender—Class 6 felony, punishable by one year to 18 months in prison and a fine of up to $100,000
Unlawful purchase of a firearm—Class 4 felony, punishable by two to six years in prison and a fine of up to $500,000
Unlawfully providing a handgun / permitting a juvenile to possess a handgun—Class 4 felony, punishable by two to six years in prison and a fine of up to $500,000
Burglary of a firearm—Class 3 or Class 2 felony, depending on the circumstances, with a punishment of 4 to 12 years or 8 to 24 years in prison, and fines of up to $1,000,000

Call a Denver Gun Crime Lawyer Today for Legal Help

Guns are strictly regulated in the state of Colorado, and prosecutors never go easy on offenders, especially if they have any prior criminal history. You could be facing many years in prison, and tremendous fines, if found guilty of the charges set against you. To protect your rights, you need to work with an experienced Denver gun crime lawyer. Call Reid DeChant at DeChant law today at 720-634-6789 for a free consultation.