Omaha Gun Violence Lawyer
You have a right to bare arms. Our federal constitution says so. Never the less, the penalties for any crime, misdemeanor or felony, are generally more severe if they involve any type of gun crime or firearm possession. Whether you face singular gun violence charges or you face additional penalties for a separate charge, you want a lawyer who knows the effects of these convictions and will help you explore your options. From his Omaha law offices, attorney A. Michael Bianchi protects the rights of the accused in gun violence cases throughout Nebraska.
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Because a Guilty Plea is Not Your Only Option
The penalties for any charges involving gun violence are much more severe than if they did not involve the possession of firearms. And more anti gun laws are being enacted all of the time. In order to figure out the best plan of attack for your defense, you need to take a close look at your situation. From independent gun crimes to joint drug charges "possession of a stolen firearm, illegally discharging a firearm, etc.", to violent crimes, to drug charges you need to be very careful with how your case. A criminal defense attorney will help you in this difficult situation. Some things to keep in mind with charged with a firearm violation are:
- A convicted felon can not possess a gun under any circumstance he can not possess a firearm in hand, in a car, or any place under his control.
- In Nebraska, it is a felony to possess a stolen firearm.
- In Omaha, it is a crime to discharge a firearm anywhere within city limits.
- If you commit a crime using or brandishing a weapon, that is a separate crime in and of itself. For example, you would be charged with robbery plus an additional charge of using a weapon to commit the robbery.
- In Nebraska it is a crime to possess a defaced firearm.
- Unless with a proper permit, it is a crime in Nebraska to carry a concealed weapon.
Using a weapon to commit a felony requires mandatory jail time consecutive to the crime that is the underlying felony. So, if you are convicted after using a weapon to commit, say, a robbery, you will receive your sentence for the gun charge after you serve your sentence for the robbery conviction. With so much at stake in gun violence cases, you want an attorney who will explore all possibilities in and effort to minimize the consequences.
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A gun violence or firearms charge is serious enough on its own, but when it is coupled with robbery or drug charges, the stakes are raised considerably. With almost two decades of criminal defense experience, attorney A. Michael Bianchi knows when to negotiate and when to fight in court. Contact him today for more information about the gun violence charges you face.
