The Former Prosecutors At Our Firm Have Over 200 Years Of Experience Defending Handgun, Unlawful Purpose, Certain Person & Other Weapons Charges in Woodbury & Elsewhere In New Jersey
The State of New Jersey is known for having gun laws that are among the toughest weapons possession laws in the nation. NJ police officers won’t hesitate to place weapons offenders under arrest, while prosecutors often seek maximum penalties in gun cases. Specifically, prosecutors are empowered under the Graves Act, which imposes mandatory state prison time and parole ineligibility for defendants charged with a firearms offense. The inflexible approach of law enforcement and harsh penalties for gun crime convictions, especially where a handgun is involved, provide plenty of reasons for anyone charged with a weapons offense in Gloucester County to contact an experienced criminal defense lawyer.
The knowledgeable gun crimes lawyers at the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall can help you combat your gun charges in New Jersey. Our criminal defense team includes a former county prosecutor who understands the nuances of gun laws and can anticipate the other side’s arguments in your case. We’ve handled thousands of criminal cases in Superior and Municipal Courts in Gloucester County and throughout New Jersey, helping countless clients avoid serious prison time and keep their permanent records clear of any blemishes. Call us today at 856-818-4770 so that we can review the facts of your case and determine the best strategy for you going forward. It is pivotal for you to secure representation from an attorney who is highly skilled in weapon defense since pretrial detention without bail is common in these types of cases, especially where an illegal handgun is involved.
The criminal attorneys at the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall defend weapon charges, including handgun charges in Gloucester County municipalities such as Deptford, Glassboro, Woodbury, Washington Township, Monroe Township, West Deptford, Pitman, East Greenwich, Woolwich, Mantua, Franklin Township, Harrison, Paulsboro, Logan Township and Clayton.
What Constitutes a “Weapon” in New Jersey?
NJ law enforcement has a great deal of latitude when it comes to weapons offenses because practically anything can be considered a “weapon” under N.J.S.A. 2C:39-5. As set forth by the statute, any object or device that can cause serious bodily injury may be construed as a weapon depending on the context and intent of the user. For example, something as common as a kitchen knife or a little leaguers bat can constitute a weapon under the criminal code. The definition clearly isn’t limited to handguns, rifles, and shotguns, as well as BB guns, air guns, paintball guns, and stun guns. You should also know that the code outlines certain devices beyond firearms that are specifically enumerated as weapons, including: gravity knife, switchblade, dagger, dirks, stiletto, billy club and brass knuckles.
Are There Additional Considerations When A Weapon Charge At The Gloucester County Superior Court Involves A Handgun?
Among the harshest laws passed by NJ legislators is the Graves Act, which allows enhanced penalties to be imposed on practically anyone who illegally carries a firearm in New Jersey. The Graves Act applies in gun cases even when the defendant has no prior criminal record. If a person is convicted of a weapons offense under the Graves Act, they must serve a minimum term of imprisonment and they will be ineligible for parole for at least one-third of the sentence. If you are convicted of unlawful possession of a handgun, you could be sentenced to as many as 10 years in NJ State Prison. The penalties are so stringent that being caught with an airsoft gun, paintball gun, BB or Pellet gun can result in incarceration.
Weapons Charges in Gloucester County New Jersey
The experienced criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall represent clients facing a wide variety of firearms and weapons offenses, including:
- Unlawful possession of a weapon
- Illegal possession of a handgun
- Possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose
- Commission of a CDS Offense While in Possession of a Firearm, Handgun or Other Weapon
- Unlawful disposition of a firearm
- Certain persons offenses
- Graves Act offenses
- Forfeiture of weapons
Contact a Woodbury NJ Weapons Possession Lawyer for a Free Consultation
Do not risk your freedom and your future. Call the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall today at 856-818-4770 to schedule a free consultation about your case. One of our experienced criminal defense attorneys will be happy to speak with you and provide you straight answers to all of your questions. If your constitutional rights were violated in any way, we will get to the bottom of what happened and fight to get your charges dropped or dismissed.
The criminal attorneys at the Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall defend weapon charges, including handgun charges in Gloucester County municipalities such as Deptford, Glassboro, Woodbury, Washington Township, Monroe Township, West Deptford, Pitman, East Greenwich, Woolwich, Mantua, Franklin Township, Harrison, Paulsboro, Logan Township and Clayton.
