Assault With A Firearm Riverside County

At the Law Office of Stephen R. Brodsky, our Riverside violent crimes attorneys work to protect the rights and freedom of those charged with the offense of assault with a firearm in Riverside. If convicted, you could face severe penalties and punishment. We understand that individuals are often falsely accused, and innocent of the charges against them. The stigma, cost, embarrassment, loss of your reputation and freedom and impact to your career, family and relationships is a big price to pay for a mistake that was made, or for being charged when you were acting in self-defense. Stephen R. Brodsky is a trusted Riverside violent crimes defense lawyer who brings more than 20 years of skill and experience to the table, providing his clients with unparalleled legal guidance and representation.

What is the definition of assault with a fireman? An assault is an unlawful attempt by a person who is able to commit a violent injury on the person of another, while a firearm is considered a rifle, revolver, shotgun, semiautomatic pistol or any type of gun in which a projectile is expelled through a barrel. You may be charged with assault with a firearm in Riverside whether or not you actually used the firearm or caused injury or bodily harm, and prosecutors may choose to charge the crime as a misdemeanor or felony, depending upon the seriousness of the circumstances.

It is easy to understand why you need a capable Riverside violent crimes attorney on your side if you have been arrested on these charges. Until proven guilty, you are innocent. There are several defenses that may be used on behalf of a client charged with assault with a firearm in Riverside. You may have pointed a gun at someone while it was not loaded, which would enable your attorney to use the defense "inability to commit a violent injury." Self-defense or acting in defense of others is another viable defense. You may have been wrongfully accused, or there may be lack of intent, which means that you fired a gun not knowing that another person was nearby, or fired it accidentally and injured someone without the intention of doing so.

If convicted on charges of assault with a firearm in Riverside, what are the penalties you will face? If charged as a misdemeanor, you may face probation, 6 months to 1 year in jail, possible community service, fines of up to $10,000 and confiscation of the weapon. If charged as a felony, penalties become more severe. You will spend 2 to 4 years in a California state prison, have a "strike" on your record (refer to the California 3 Strikes Law), be fined up to $10,000 and have the weapon confiscated. In either case, you may also face victim restitution costs as well. Additionally, if the weapon used is a machine gun, .50 BMG rifle or other gun considered an assault weapon and you are charged with a felony, you will be subject to spending 4, 8 or 12 years in state prison.

Regardless of why you were arrested or if the accusations against you are false, it is imperative that you consult with a skilled Riverside violent crimes attorney right away in order to protect your legal rights. You need strong legal representation by an attorney who is knowledgeable and skilled in this area of the law. Contact the Law Office of Stephen R. Brodsky today for a free consultation. Our goal is to provide our clients with a strong, effective defense, and to protect your rights and freedom. Contact us online today for your free phone consultation...it’s 100 percent confidential.

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