weapons offences

If you find yourself facing charges related to weapons or firearms, it is crucial to secure the services of a knowledgeable criminal lawyer who possesses a deep understanding of the law and how to effectively defend your case. Weapons-related charges and subsequent convictions have the potential to label you as a dangerous offender, significantly impeding various aspects of your daily existence. Convictions could result in substantial prison sentences and the lasting burden of a permanent criminal record.

The term “weapon” is defined in section 2 of the Criminal Code as follows:

• “weapon” means anything used, designed to be used or intended for use; in causing death or injury to any person,
• for the purpose of threatening or intimidating any person and,
• without restricting the generality of the foregoing, includes a firearm;

Just like any criminal violation, the repercussions following a conviction for a weapons offence are significantly influenced by the context and the presence of any aggravating elements associated with the violation. It is also contingent on whether the mandatory minimum sentence stipulations in the Criminal Code are applicable. Weapons offences come in various forms, and numerous infractions, particularly those involving firearms, entail mandatory minimum periods of incarceration. The consequences of being found guilty of such transgressions can have a profoundly detrimental effect on your future.