Georgia Defense for Weapons & Firearm Charges
Firearm charges in Georgia carry serious consequences. At Robichaux Law Firm, our attorney Scott C. Robichaux prosecuted high-stakes felonies, including unlawful possession of a firearm, aggravated assault, and murder cases. He knows the strategies prosecutors use to build weapons charges. He also knows how to challenge their evidence and protect your Second Amendment rights.
Understanding Georgia Weapons Charges
Georgia law treats firearm charges differently based on the circumstances and your criminal history. At Robichaux Law Firm, common weapon offenses we see include:
- Unlawful possession: Carrying a firearm without a valid license or permit
- Possession by a convicted felon: The most serious weapons charge, carrying one to 10 years in prison
- Possession during commission of another crime: Having a gun while committing drug charges or other offenses, which increases penalties
- Concealed carry violations: Carrying a weapon in prohibited locations
Penalties for illegal firearm possession in Georgia range from misdemeanors for permit violations to serious felonies for convicted felons. A conviction means permanent loss of your gun rights under both state and federal law. These consequences make fighting firearm charges critical to your future.
How We Challenge Weapons Charges
We build your defense by examining how police discovered the weapon and whether they violated your rights. Our weapons charge defense strategies include:
- Illegal search and seizure
- Lack of knowledge
- Lack of possession
- Challenging prior convictions
- Constitutional violations
When police violate the Fourth Amendment, we fight to suppress the evidence. Without the firearm as evidence, prosecutors often cannot prove their case.
Can Firearm Convictions Be Expunged?
Georgia offers limited options for expunging gun crime convictions. First offender treatment may help in some cases, but felony gun possession by convicted felons typically cannot be sealed. This makes fighting the charges from the start essential.
As a former prosecutor, Scott knows how to negotiate with district attorneys and when weak evidence creates opportunities for better outcomes.
The Stakes Are High
Firearm charges carry consequences beyond jail time. Federal law permanently strips gun rights from convicted felons. Courts also impose enhanced sentences when weapons charges combine with other crimes. Scott prosecuted these exact cases and knows what evidence prosecutors need. When their case has weaknesses, we challenge it aggressively. Our attorneys’ long track record of success in criminal defense includes:
- Possession of Firearm During Commission of Felony | Result: DISMISSED.
Scott understands the seriousness of firearms-related charges. Therefore, he engages directly with his clients, answering their questions and clearly explaining their legal options. His results-oriented approach has enabled him to achieve favorable outcomes for his clients in criminal defense cases.
Call For Your Free Firearm Defense Consultation
If you face weapons charges in Savannah, Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, and neighboring counties, former prosecutor Scott C. Robichaux will review your case. Call us at 912-912-5807 today for your free and confidential consultation. You can also send an email.