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More and more often, people are being arrested in New York on minor weapons charges. Gun crimes are and have long been popular in New York courts, but we are now seeing many people arrested for owning knives, black jacks, and other types of weapons.

At Tilem & Campbell, PC, our lawyers have experience in all kinds of weapon charges. Peter Tilem has been involved in the New York criminal system for more than 15 years as a prosecutor and now as a defense attorney. We serve the boroughs of New York City, as well as Suffolk County, Nassau County, Westchester County, and more. Contact us to set up a free consultation.

Types of Weapon Charges

New York weapon crimes are very unique, and you remain ignorant of them at your own peril. For example, in New York, it is a misdemeanor to own a gravity knife, or a knife that can easily be flicked open. In one case, a transit officer asked a woman about a small knife clipped to her keys. When she flicked it open, the officer arrested her for criminal possession of a weapon.

Other illegal weapons include:

You can get up to a year of jail time for simple possession (or "naked possession") of any of the above, even if no other charges are attached. Even if you brandish something that could be used as a weapon, such as a fork, that shows an intention to use it unlawfully against another person, you could be arrested on a weapons charge.

We will do everything in their power to protect you from serious punishments. Our attorneys work one-on-one with each client to find the best possible resolution to a criminal matter.

Contact Us

Our attorneys are ready to help you with a weapons charge in New York. We can be reached by phone at (914) 833-9785, or by E-Mail.