If you have been arrested for a drug crime with a gun in your possession, it's important to put your case in the hands of an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Under federal law, you face a minimum of five years in prison with no possibility for parole.
At the Annapolis law firm of Cochran & Chhabra, LLC, our lawyers have the experience and the courtroom skills to defend your freedom if you face gun and drug crime charges in Maryland. Contact for a free consultation about your case.
Gun Crimes And Prison Sentences In Maryland
There are many gun crimes that will result in a mandatory prison sentence if you are convicted. Examples include:
- Possession of a gun or ammunition by a convicted felon or fugitive from justice
- Providing a gun or ammunition to a convicted felon or fugitive from justice
- Using or carrying a gun during a drug crime or violent crime
- Possessing or selling a stolen gun or ammunition
- Possessing or discharging a gun in a school zone
Minimum mandatory prison sentences apply to many crimes involving weapons. For example, possession of a gun while committing a drug crime carries a mandatory minimum prison sentence of five years with no opportunity for parole. If you have three or more prior felony convictions, the mandatory minimum prison sentence is 15 years.
Do I Have A Defense To Firearm and Drug Charges?
Even if you think you are guilty of possessing a gun during the commission of a drug crime, you may have defenses available to you that would result in dismissal of the charges or a not-guilty verdict at trial. For example, if the weapon was in your vehicle, it may have been placed there by someone else. If police conducted an illegal search and seizure, the gun and drug evidence may be suppressed. Even if police have a strong case, our lawyers can look for mitigating factors that could result in a favorable plea bargain.
Contact An Annapolis Felony Criminal Defense Attorney
To arrange a free initial consultation concerning gun and drug crimes, please contact our Annapolis attorneys today at 410.268.5515 or 888.268.5515. Se habla español.
