Dublin Weapons Offenses Lawyer

Former Prosecutor Insight, Applied Directly to Your Weapons Defense

California’s firearms laws are among the strictest in the country, and Alameda County prosecutors pursue weapons charges hard. A conviction can mean state prison time, permanent loss of gun rights, and consequences that follow you long after any sentence is served. The time to act is immediately after an arrest, before prosecutors have begun building their case.

The Law Office Of Christopher A. Lamiero brings more than 30 years of criminal law experience to every criminal defense case we handle. Attorney Lamiero spent years as a state prosecutor before founding this firm, which means he understands from the inside how the Alameda County District Attorney’s office builds weapons cases, what evidence they rely on, and where those cases are vulnerable. We apply that knowledge directly to defending clients charged with weapons offenses in Dublin and throughout Alameda County.

Charged with a gun or other weapon offense? Talk to our Dublin weapons offenses attorney in a free case consultation by contacting us at (925) 259-3337.

California Weapons Charges We Defend

We defend clients against the full range of weapons offenses under California law, from misdemeanor carrying charges to serious felonies with sentence enhancements. Many weapons charges are wobblers, meaning prosecutors have discretion to file them as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the facts, your prior record, and the type of weapon involved. How a charge is filed can determine whether you face county jail time or state prison.

Firearm Offenses

California prohibits firearm possession by convicted felons, persons subject to certain restraining orders, and individuals with specified misdemeanor convictions. The state also bans assault weapons and generally prohibited weapons, and restricts firearm possession on school grounds, in government buildings, and at airports. Firearm registration requirements add another layer of exposure: a violation that appears minor can still carry serious consequences depending on how it’s charged.

Firearm offenses we handle include:

• Carrying a concealed weapon
• Possessing illegal firearms
• Brandishing a weapon
• Selling firearms illegally
• Felon in possession of a firearm
• Discharging a firearm from a vehicle or at an occupied dwelling

Other Weapon Charges

Firearms aren’t the only weapons governed by restrictive laws. You may face charges for possessing silencers, sniper scopes, or certain types of prohibited ammunition. Committing a violent crime with a dagger, knife, brass knuckles, or explosives can trigger sentence enhancements upon conviction. Using a firearm during the commission of a crime can result in enhancements up to life in state prison. A felony weapons conviction can mean years in state prison. Even a misdemeanor can affect employment, housing, and licensing for years to come.

How We Build a Weapons Offense Defense

Every weapons defense begins with a hard look at how law enforcement discovered and seized the weapon. Fourth Amendment protections against unlawful stops, searches, and seizures are among the most powerful tools available in these cases. Evidence obtained through an illegal search can be challenged and potentially excluded, which may result in reduced charges or dismissal.

Because Attorney Lamiero worked as a prosecutor, he knows what the Alameda County District Attorney’s office looks for when evaluating a weapons case and where defense counsel should apply pressure. We examine the circumstances of the arrest, the chain of custody for any seized weapon, whether proper procedures were followed, and whether the prosecution can actually prove each element of the charge. When a plea is on the table, we advise our clients honestly on whether the offered terms are actually in their interest, not just a quick resolution. Some cases resolve through negotiation; others go to trial. We prepare for both.

Need legal help? Contact us today at (925) 259-3337. Se habla español.