Gun Charges Defense Attorneys – Fort Worth, Texas and Plano, Texas

Types of Gun Charges We Handle

 

We defend clients against all firearm-related offenses, including:

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• Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon (UCW)

• Unlawful Possession of a Firearm (UPF)

• Possession by a Felon

• Possession of a Firearm in a Prohibited Location

• Enhancements for Use of a Weapon in a Crime

• Federal Firearm Violations

What’s the Difference Between UCW and UPF in Texas?

 

Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon (UCW) and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm (UPF) are two separate firearm offenses under Texas law, and understanding the distinction is critical.

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UCW typically applies when someone is caught carrying a handgun in a place or manner that violates the law, such as carrying without a license (if applicable), carrying while intoxicated, or carrying in a prohibited location like a bar, school, or government building. This charge focuses on how and where the weapon is being carried.

 

UPF, on the other hand, applies when a person is legally barred from possessing any firearm at all. This usually involves individuals with prior felony convictions, certain family violence convictions, or those subject to protective orders. UPF is about who is holding the firearm, regardless of how it’s carried or concealed.

 

While UCW is often a Class A misdemeanor, UPF is typically a third-degree felony, carrying much harsher penalties. Both charges can seriously impact your criminal record and your right to own or carry firearms in the future.

The Consequences of a Gun Charge Conviction

 

Depending on the circumstances, gun charges in Texas can result in jail or prison time (from Class A misdemeanors to third-degree felonies and beyond), thousands of dollars in fines, loss of firearm rights, and long-term effects on employment and professional licensing.

Our Strategic Approach to Gun Charge Defense

 

We fight aggressively to get gun charges dismissed or reduced. Our strategies often include challenging illegal searches and seizures, asserting constitutional violations, demonstrating a lack of knowledge or possession, and highlighting exceptions under Texas law for lawful carry. Whether this is your first arrest or a complex repeat allegation, we know how to get results.