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What are the penalties for illegal possession of a firearm in California?

April 26, 2017California firearm illegal penalties possession

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What are the penalties for illegal possession of a firearm in California?

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Illegal possession of a firearm in most states refers to illegally carrying a gun in public venues, carrying a gun that is not registered to you, or carrying a gun which is highly illegal and sold in the black market. Depending on these specific factors of your case, most of the laws will point to this offense being considered a misdemeanor in California for a first offense. If the gun was being used within the context of committing a crime or within sales and distribution, it can be considered a felony. There should not be any jail time but you can count on a stiff fine and misdemeanor on your record. The assistance of a lawyer is highly advised.