There are numerous weapon related charges one could face in Fort Collins and Larimer County. Most of them are related to the way a weapon is used, but a new law may make it a criminal charge to not store a gun or weapon in a certain way. According to the report, Colorado lawmakers are debating a proposed law that would require firearm owners store any guns / firearms not in use in safes. This law would also require trigger locks on any firearms not in use. The argument for this law was that it would reduce suicide rates among teens. If passed, anyone who does not store their firearms in this way would be charged with a misdemeanor crime and a possible fine of $250 to $1,000.
Larimer County Firearms Defense Attorney: Commonly Charged Weapon Crimes in Colorado
As stated above, there are many crimes related to firearms and weapons in Larimer County, Colorado. Here are a few of the most commonly charged weapons related crimes:
- Possessing a Dangerous or Illegal Weapon – C.R.S. 18-12-102
- Unlawfully Carrying a Concealed Weapon / Unlawful Possession of Weapons – C.R.S. 18-12-105
- Prohibited Use of Weapons – C.R.S. 18-12-106
- Illegal Discharge of a Firearm – C.R.S. 18-12-107.5
- Possession of Weapons by Previous Offenders – C.R.S. 18-12-108
- Possession of Handguns by Juveniles – C.R.S. 18-12-108.5
These criminal charges range from a class 2 misdemeanor to a class 4 felony depending on the charge and if any aggravating factors are present.
Charged with a Weapon Crime in Loveland and Estes Park? Call Us Today!
Whether you are charged with one of the above listed crimes or a different weapon crime in Fort Collins, Loveland, or Estes Park, we can help. You don’t want to face these serious charges alone. Call the experienced criminal defense attorneys from the O’Malley Law Office to protect yourself today.
If you or someone you love has been charged with a weapon crime, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact the best criminal defense attorneys from the O’Malley Law Office at 970-658-0007 to schedule your free initial consultation. Together, we can protect your future.
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