What to Do If Faced with Weapons Charges

You have a lot on the line if you face weapons charges. This probably isn’t news to you.
You know that you can face harsh penalties – including the loss of your right to purchase or possess firearms in the U.S. Of course, you may also face jail time. It’s worth noting that a juvenile facing weapons charges can be charged as an adult.
Here’s what to do if you have been charged with one of the following:
- Illegal possession of a firearm
- Felon in possession of a firearm
- Possession of an assault weapon
- Use of a weapon while committing a crime — such as armed robbery or other theft crimes
- Unlawful sale of a firearm
- Brandishing or discharging a firearm
- Possession of other illegal weapons
What To Do If You Have Been Charged With a Weapons Violation
Here are three steps to complete if you have been charged with a weapons violation in Kansas City.
Go with the police.
Do not fight the police or run away. The police can arrest you if they have an arrest warrant. For some crimes, the police can arrest you without a warrant if they see you commit the crime and need to find out who you are, stop you from committing the crime, or keep you from destroying evidence,
Think before you speak.
Do not lie to the police. Tell the police your name – and that’s all. You do not have to answer questions or give any statements.
Call an attorney with experience in criminal law.
Tell the police that you want to call a lawyer. Of course, you have a right to talk to your attorney in private. However, take care in selecting the right law firm for the job. With so much on the line, it is essential that you contact an experienced defense attorney in Kansas City.
If you face weapons charges, contact the law firm of Kelly, Symonds, Reed & Jansen, LLC.
We have successfully defended many clients in cases involving gun violations and weapons charges. Cases like these are aggressively prosecuted. However, our experienced litigators will fight to protect your rights in court.
Our team will take a two-step approach to defend you in court.
- We will discover and exploit any flaws in the prosecution’s case. If there is anything improper about the investigation, we will work to have your charges dismissed.
- Our experienced team will go to bat for you to negotiate the best possible plea agreement – if the prosecution’s case is sound.
Why Kelly, Symonds, Reed & Jansen?
Our team has earned a reputation for criminal defense in Kansas City. We are trusted, skilled attorneys, and we understand the pressure you feel when facing such serious charges.
That’s why we offer our complete attention to our clients. The team at Kelly, Symonds, Reed & Jansen will be your advocate and work hard to obtain the most favorable result possible.
So, go with the police and do not resist arrest. Only tell them your name and then remain silent. Then, call 816-347-1818 to
talk with a member of our staff.








