Franklin, Tennessee, Weapons Charges Attorney
If you are facing weapons charges in Franklin, Tennessee, they can have a major impact on your life. You may be worried about a permanent record, jail time, financial fines and the loss of rights, such as the right to own a firearm.
The experienced lawyer at Jonathan W. Turner, Attorney, can help. He is a former prosecutor, so he understands both sides of these complex cases. As a defense attorney, he is known for putting his clients first, and one way that he does so is by offering free initial consultations. If you are facing weapons possession charges or other related charges, call to set up your consultation today.
Our firm povides aggressive and experienced defense against all types of misdemeanor and felony weapons offenses, such as:
- Unlawful carrying or possession
- Felon in possession
- Using a firearm while committing a crime
- Possession with an intent to commit a crime or harm someone
- Owning prohibited weapons (like machine guns, explosives, short barrel rifles or other weapons)
- Other gun charges
Self-Defense And The Stand-Your-Ground Law In Tennessee
You can defend yourself in Tennessee, as long as it is done in a way that is proportionate to the threat that you face. Tennessee uses the Castle Doctrine, meaning that you have a right to defend yourself in your own home or at another location where you are lawfully present. Tennessee is also a stand-your-ground state, so there is no requirement to avoid a confrontation or retreat.
Was Evidence Obtained In Violation Of Your Fourth Ammendment Rights?
Under the Fourth Amendment, you have protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. If the police violate these rights, such as by performing an illegal search without a search warrant, any evidence they gather may have to be excluded and your charges could be dropped.
Unintentional Possession
There may be some situations in which you are facing weapons charges, such as a felon in possession charge, but you did not even know that you violated the law. Perhaps you were at someone’s house and you were unaware they had a firearm in their vehicle or in their home, for example. It is important to know exactly what legal defense options you have at this time.
Can You Restore Gun Rights In Tennessee?
You do sometimes have options to restore gun rights in Williamson County and the greater Nashville area. For instance, you may have the option to have your record expunged or sealed. It depends on whether you are facing felony or misdemeanor charges, along with other factors of the case. An experienced lawyer can assess your situation and help you pursue getting your record expunged if you are eligible.
Call For A Consultation
If you are facing weapons charges in Franklin, Tennessee, and you want to set up a free consultation to learn more about your defense options, just call the firm at 615-678-0029 or use the online contact form.