It can be overwhelming for the average person to navigate the complexities of the laws governing gun rights; nevertheless, weapons charges often come with federal as well as state charges, making the presence of an experienced defense attorney especially necessary if you have been accused of a weapons-related crime.

As former federal and state prosecutors, the defense attorneys at Richards Carrington have experience with federal crimes and federal law enforcement agencies; if you have been accused of a crime related to firearm or weapon possession that carries a federal charge, we have the experience and knowledge to represent you in federal court.

We also have knowledge specific to weapons-related laws in the state of Colorado. Indeed, RC’s attorneys literally wrote the book on Colorado gun laws (https://store.uslawshield.com/products/colorado-gun-law-e-book-armed-and-educated).

For example, in Colorado it is illegal to carry a concealed knife or firearm, but there are certain exceptions to the law related to where you happen to be located. There are also certain weapons that are considered dangerous and illegal in any circumstance, such as brass knuckles, firearm silencers, gas guns, and switchblade knives. If you’ve been charged with a crime related to these weapons, you need a lawyer who has experience with the local and state laws governing the possession of these items. The defense attorneys at Richards Carrington have experience with federal and state weapons-related cases of all types, and we can help guide you through the complexities and nuances of the ever-shifting legal landscape related to firearms and weapons laws.