The state of Rhode island has very strict gun and weapons laws and should you find yourself charged, or believe that you are about to be charge, with a weapons violation then do not hesitate an contact Criminal Defense Attorney Michael Campopiano now ...call (401) 288-3888 for a free consultation.
Why? The laws are very complicated (see the Rhode Island State Laws below) and the penalties associated with these laws are equally complicated and it is important that you are represented by a knowledgable Criminal Defense Attorney who will aggressively campaign on your behalf.
Rhode Island penalties for weapons/fireams possession:
Pistol, revolver, or handgun without a permit:
Sawed-off shotgun or sawed-off rifle:
Other illegal weapons (large knives, martial arts weapons etc):
Air rifle, air pistol:
Convicted felon caught in possession:
Additionally, within the State of Rhode Island there are enhanced gun possessions penalties which a levied when committing a felony or a violent crime while in possession of a gun, weapon or fiream
Committing a felony:
Possession of a Gun While Intending to Deliver or Sell Drugs:
Read more about the complex Rhode Island gun, weapons and firearms laws below:
Excellence is never an accident, it is always the result of sincere efforts, intelligent direction, high intentions, skillful execution and the vision to see obstacles as opportunities. This is the sincere belief, and cornerstone upon which our practice rests. Our firm was built upon the above guiding principles, which continue to guide us in our daily pursuit to provide our clients with the highest level of service. Our goal is to provide aggressive advocacy with compassion when you need it most. We do this by communicating with our clients building relationship that withstand the hardships of merely the case at hand.