Gun Crime Lawyer in Forest Heights, MD

What You Get When You Hire The Hollimon Firm for Your Gun Case?

You get a firearm defense attorney who handles your case personally and knows both court systems that prosecute weapons charges in Forest Heights. Most firms pass these cases to junior associates who treat them as routine. I take the opposite approach and give your defense my direct attention at every stage.

• Possession Evidence Review: I examine fingerprints, DNA, and the exact location of the firearm to break the link prosecutors try to build between you and the weapon.
• Search and Seizure Scrutiny: I review the traffic stop or warrant behind your arrest to file a motion to suppress when police searched you without legal grounds.
• Direct Principal Representation: You work with me from your first consultation through the final resolution, never an associate who inherits your file.
• Local and Federal Court Knowledge: I appear in the courts of Forest Heights and the U.S. District Court, so your defense holds up in whichever venue charges you.

Gun Charges You Can Face in Forest Heights, MD

The District of Columbia and the federal government both prosecute firearm offenses, and the venue shapes the penalty you face. Possession charges, theft charges, and weapons enhancements each carry their own statute and their own defense path, while sex crimes require an equally distinct approach. The charge against you depends on your record, how the gun was found, and whether the case stays local or moves to federal court. I review which statute applies to your arrest and whether the evidence actually supports it.

Felon in Possession of a Firearm

Possession of a regulated firearm by a person prohibited from possessing firearms can violate Maryland law under Md. Criminal Law § 5-133. Maryland restricts firearm possession by certain people with disqualifying criminal convictions and other prohibited statuses. The potential penalties depend on the specific prohibition and circumstances of the alleged offense. I challenge whether the prosecution can prove that you knowingly possessed the firearm or that the statutory requirements for a prohibited-person charge have been met.

Federal Felon in Possession Charges

A federal felon in possession charge under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g) exposes you to up to 10 years in federal prison and a fine reaching $250,000. Three prior violent or serious drug convictions trigger the Armed Career Criminal Act, which forces a 15 year mandatory minimum. Federal prosecutors win these cases by proving knowing possession. I defend felon firearm possession charges at the federal level where the stakes run highest.

Constructive Possession of a Gun

Constructive possession of a gun lets prosecutors charge you for a firearm you never physically held. The state argues you had dominion or control over the space where police found the weapon, such as a car or a shared room. This theory often sweeps up passengers and roommates who had no connection to the gun. I expose the missing fingerprints and DNA that the prosecution needs to make this charge stick.

Carrying a Pistol and Second Degree Gun Possession

Carrying or transporting a handgun in Maryland can violate Md. Code, Criminal Law § 4-203 when the conduct falls outside the statute's exceptions. A first qualifying conviction can carry up to 5 years in prison, a fine of up to $2,500, or both. Certain prior convictions can increase the potential sentence to as much as 10 years. The arrest may follow a traffic stop or a street encounter where police claim to see or discover a handgun. I scrutinize whether the officer had legal grounds for the stop and whether the search that led to the weapon was lawful.

Aggravated Assault With a Gun

Pointing a gun at someone can lead to an assault charge in Maryland when prosecutors allege that the conduct was intended to cause physical injury or place another person in fear of immediate physical harm. The specific charge depends on the circumstances and whether the alleged conduct satisfies the requirements for first-degree or second-degree assault under Maryland law. A firearm allegation can also lead to separate weapons charges under Maryland law. I examine whether the alleged threat actually occurred and whether the evidence supports the prosecution's version of events. I also consider self-defense and whether the circumstances support a lawful use of force.

Gun Theft and Stolen Firearm Charges

Gun theft charges can arise when prosecutors allege that you knowingly took a firearm belonging to someone else without permission. A person who knowingly possesses a stolen firearm can also face criminal charges under Maryland law, even when prosecutors do not allege that the person originally stole the weapon. The potential charge and penalty depend on the value of the firearm and the circumstances surrounding the alleged offense. I challenge whether the prosecution can prove that you knowingly possessed the firearm and knew, or had reason to believe, that it was stolen.

Conspiracy to Supply Firearms

Conspiracy to supply firearms charges target an agreement to move guns rather than a single sale. Prosecutors build these cases on informant statements, recorded calls, and circumstantial links between people. The conspiracy charge stacks on top of the underlying weapons counts and multiplies your sentencing exposure. I attack the reliability of the informant and the proof that you actually joined any agreement.

Juvenile Gun Possession

Juvenile gun possession cases move through Md. Family Court, where the focus shifts toward rehabilitation over incarceration. A firearm finding still creates a record that can follow a young person into adulthood and affect college or job prospects. Quick action protects diversion options that disappear once a case advances. I work to keep a single mistake from shaping a child's entire future.

Owning a Gun With a Domestic Violence Conviction

Owning or possessing a regulated firearm after certain domestic violence convictions can violate Maryland law under Md. Public Safety Code § 5-133. A person may also be prohibited from possessing a regulated firearm while subject to a current qualifying protective order. The specific firearm restriction depends on the underlying conviction or court order and the circumstances of the case. I examine whether the underlying conviction or protective order actually qualifies under Maryland law and whether the prosecution can establish that you knowingly possessed the firearm.

Non Violent Felony and Firearm Rights

A non violent felony conviction still costs you the right to possess a firearm under federal law, which draws no line between violent and non violent offenses. That means an old fraud or drug case can support a fresh gun charge years later. Recent constitutional rulings have opened new challenges to this lifetime ban. I raise those arguments to fight a possession charge built on a distant conviction.

Gun Crime Lawyer Near Me in Forest Heights

Looking for a trusted gun crime attorney near me? At The Hollimon Firm, our local legal team stands ready to challenge unlawful searches, defend your firearm ownership rights, and protect your freedom right here in Forest Heights. Contact us today for a private consultation to safeguard your future and your record.