A person commits illegal possession of stolen firearms when he/she intentionally possesses, procures, receives, or conceals a firearm which has been the subject of any form of misappropriation.
There are affirmative defenses to illegal possession of stolen firearms.
PENALTIES FOR ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF STOLEN FIREARMS CONVICTION
A person who commits the crime of illegal possession of stolen firearms is punishable based on the number of offenses committed.
For a first offense, the penalty may be imprisonment, with or without hard labor, for not less than one year nor more than five years.
For second and subsequent offenses, the penalty may be imprisonment, with or without hard labor, for not less than two years nor more than ten years.
WE WILL DEFEND YOU AGAINST ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF STOLEN FIREARMS
If you've been accused of illegal possession of stolen firearms, don't fight the criminal justice system alone - contact Attorney Ebonee Norris of The Norris Law Group for help. She will work tirelessly to get the best possible outcome for you.
We know that no two cases are the same. We will thoroughly review the details of your case to ensure that you receive the best possible legal defense and that your rights are protected. Call us today at 318-771-7000 or reach out to us online. We're ready to put our experience to work for you.