Prohibited PersonMisdemeanor Gun Offenses in Pennsylvania
While this offense is frequently a felony in Pennsylvania and crimes of the 2nd degree in New Jersey, there are situations where it is graded as a misdemeanor.
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Aggravated Assault With a Firearm – Road Rage in PA & NJ
While aggravated assault normally turns on the victim’s injuries or the type of action, there are situations where it is based on the person assaulted.
NFL Player Reuben Foster Pleads to a Gun Charge in CA
California, like New Jersey, is a may issue state, which doesnt have reciprocity with any other jurisdictions. Pennsylvania is a shall issue state.
The Presumption of Non-Licensure (Carry Permit)Gun Crimes
The prosecution, doesn’t need to produce evidence that you did not have a license to carry.
Pennsylvania’s 5 Year Mandatory For Gun Straw Purchases
The Straw Purchaser law (Officer Bradley Fox Law) makes the illegal gun purchase a felony of the 3rd degree which can increase to a felony of the 2nd degree
Firm Successfully Argues for NJ Graves Act “Safety Valve”
Its important to understand that in New Jersey, the Superior Court judge isnt bound by the terms of any plea agreement even in Graves Act cases
What makes the sale of a gun illegal in Pennsylvania
While there are restrictions within the Commonwealth, most individuals can obtain one and carry a gun or firearm if they satisfy certain requirements
5 Things To Know About Guns in New Jersey and The Grave Acts
PA has its Uniform Firearms Act and NJ has its Graves Act for guns. The states share borders but are very different as “may issue” vs. “shall issue” states
Uniform Firearms Act – Sec 6105 – Misdemeanor vs. Felony
A person who illegally possesses a firearm as a prohibited person normally commits a felony under Section 6105 but there are exceptions
PA’s Uniform Firearms Act Sec 6106 Felony vs misdemeanor
Unlike the charge of Section 6105, the prosecution must establish more than just the mere possession of the handgun or firearm