December 18, 2021
Improper Storage of a Firearm
Firearm w/o Identification Card
Client was a very pleasant U.S. Marine war veteran that traveled to Massachusetts while his then girlfriend attended graduate school in the Boston area. While here, a housefire brought the police to the home where he was living. While there, they noticed several firearms, particularly a loaded high-capacity handgun, a pump action shotgun and ammunition. The items lacked the proper locking mechanism as well. After police inquired, it came to their attention that the client was not a licensed firearm holder. Based on several factors the defendant was charged with the most favorable of charges. The range that he could have been charged is extensive. He was charged with the most lenient. The case began with an extensive interview with family members from afar, research and investigation as well as several motions. In the end, there was lots of discussion with the District Attorney handling the matter. Eventually, an agreement was struck where the Defendant would have all the charges dismissed after a one-year period of time---if he admitted to the allegations and agreed to forfeit the weapons and attend a gun safety class which was completed prior to the plea. So, in the end, if he stays out of trouble for a one-year period, the matters will be dismissed. Out of State Gun Case Resolved.
Result: Out of State Gun Case Resolved via ZOOM.
