Phoenix Gun Crimes Lawyer

Criminal Defense Attorney for Arizona Weapons Charges

Possession of a firearm by a prohibited possessor (such as a convicted felon) or using a gun in the commission of a crime is a serious felony offense. A conviction for a state or federal gun crime may result in several years' imprisonment, along with the negative repercussions of having a criminal record.

If you or someone you love has been charged with a gun crime under Arizona State or Federal law, please contact Suzuki Law Firm immediately. Suzuki Law Offices have experienced criminal lawyers that can give you the best possible defense for your gun charges. Suzuki Law Offices represents both English and Spanish-speaking clients throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area and the rest of Arizona. Phoenix gun crime attorney Richard Suzuki has handled hundreds of gun crime and weapons charges cases in both state and federal courts. Following are some of the types of cases our firm handles:

• Possession of Gun During the Commission of a Crime - The possession or threat of using a deadly weapon during the commission of a felony carries mandatory prison sentences in both state and federal cases for the underlying offense. This includes kidnapping, drug crimes, burglary, armed robbery or any violent crime, even if the gun was not loaded or never drawn.
• Misconduct Involving Weapons/Prohibited Possessor - If you have a prior felony conviction and your rights have not been restored, you may face mandatory prison time for possessing a firearm. If you have a weapon that has an altered serial number you may face serious federal felony charges.
• Prohibited Firearms - Certain firearms: sawed-off shotguns, armor-piercing ammo and other weapons may lead to a lengthy prison term.
• Illegal Alien in Possession of a Firearm - If you are not a U.S. citizen and are in the U.S. by means of unlawful entry you may face serious charges and prison time.
• Unlawful Concealment - In Arizona, you must have a permit to conceal a firearm. If you are found in possession of a concealed gun without a permit you may face class one misdemeanor charges. 

Facing Gun Charges? A Phoenix Criminal Lawyer Can Help

Phoenix gun crimes attorney Richard Suzuki has the knowledge and experience to build viable defenses regarding gun charges. Before private practice, he served as a Deputy Maricopa County Attorney as a state prosecutor and also served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney as a federal prosecutor in Tucson and Phoenix. It is important to understand the evidence that the government intends to present to a jury. It is just as important to determine whether or not all the elements are met by the prosecutor, such as knowledge. Did you have knowledge that the gun was in your surroundings or possession? Did the officers conduct a legal search?

Suzuki Law Offices is located in Phoenix, Arizona, and we defend cases throughout the entire state. For a free consultation with Phoenix gun charges lawyer Richard Suzuki, contact us today!