WEAPONS CHARGES

Weapons violations in Illinois can carry either misdemeanor or felony penalties.  This means that depending on the circumstance, weapons offenses can be punished by fines, jail sentences, or sentences to the penitentiary.

The right to keep and bear arms is guaranteed to citizens of the United States under the Second Amendment.  However, with certain exceptions, in Illinois it is illegal to acquire or possess a firearm without a Firearm Owner’s Identification Card.

Attorney Matt Hoffman has successfully handled all types of weapons charges.  Cases handled have ranged from the possession of knives by children on school grounds, to the use of sawed off shotguns and other heavy artillery by alleged drug dealers.

Matt Hoffman has tried weapons cases involving drive-by shootings, in-home shoot outs, and the possession of handguns by convicted felons.  He routinely handles weapons cases involving the seizure of guns, knives and ammunition during traffic stops.

Defending Illinois Weapons Charges

Matthew T. Hoffman P.C. defends all types of weapons charges.  These include:

Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Possession of a Firearm or Firearm Ammunition without F.O.I.D. Card, Possession of a Stolen or Defaced Firearm, Possession of a Weapon by a Felon, Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm, Reckless Discharge of a Firearm, Unlawful Sale of Firearms, Armed Robbery, Armed Violence, Unlawful Purchase of a Firearm, and Gunrunning.

Contact This Office

If you are charged with a weapon offense, you could be facing serious consequences.  A conviction for a weapon offense can lead to jail or prison time— even to the end of your right to possess a weapon itself.

Matthew T. Hoffman P.C. is experienced in handling weapons charges and in protecting its clients’ rights in this complicated and technical area.  This office is familiar with the relevant Fourth Amendment defenses against illegal searches of your car, home or business.

Attorney Matt Hoffman defends people charged with weapon offenses in Lake County and Cook County, Illinois.  Attorney Matt Hoffman defends drug charges pending in all area courts, including those located in Waukegan, Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Bridgeview, 26th and California, and in the various branch courts throughout the City of Chicago.  

If you are charged with a weapon offense, contact this office toll free at
1-877-360-1880 for a free initial office consultation to discuss your case.

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