Madison County Firearm Charges Defense Attorneys

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Have you been arrested or charged with a firearms offense in or around Madison County? Your first order of business should be to get in touch with a skilled criminal defense attorney in order to maximize your chances for a favorable outcome. Our Madison County firearms charges defense lawyers are thoroughly familiar with Mississippi laws concerning guns.

You can discuss your case for free with a member of our legal team to learn more about where you stand and how to proceed defensively. Our law firm is dedicated to protecting your best interests and asserting your legal rights throughout all court proceedings.

Reach out to our legal team by contacting us at (601) 869-5015 regarding your case today.

Mississippi Constitutional Carry

Mississippi is a constitutional carry with concealed weapons. Since Mississippi is constitutional carry state, that means that anyone that is at least 18 years of age who can legally possess a firearm but the firearm must be in a holster and must not be carried in certain off limit areas.

Gun Laws in Mississippi

Currently, Mississippi has among the most permissive gun laws in the country. It is one of 11 “constitutional carry” states, meaning that you can carry a concealed firearm without a state-issued permit for doing so. Despite this, specific rules still exist as to how you may carry a firearm as well as a long list of certain restricted places where firearms are not allowed under any circumstances. Violating these rules may result in formal criminal charges.

As an example, you may not carry a firearm into:

• Schools
• Police stations
• Courtrooms
• Polling places
• Churches
• Airport terminals
• Bars
• Restaurants

Firearm charges also include those involving brandishing a weapon as an act of intimidation or threat as well as using a firearm in the commission of a felony. Such offenses may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the situation.

Get Qualified Legal Help

Regardless of the type of firearm charge you may be facing, it is always wise to consult with a criminal defense lawyer to determine how best to handle the situation. At Savant & Rich, LLC, you will find a highly-qualified legal team ready to put 35 years’ worth of combined experience to work for you.

Contact us at (601) 869-5015 or reach out to us online to discuss your case.