Gun Charges

Joliet, Illinois Firearms Lawyer

The possession and use of firearms in Illinois is governed by multiple statutes, including the Illinois Criminal Code, Wildlife Code, and Firearm Owner's Identification Act. Illinois' weapons laws are complex and include a number of specific regulations and exceptions. In addition to the requirement that gun owners obtain a Firearm Owner Identification Card (FOID) to own a weapon in Illinois, there are also laws regarding how weapons can be stored, transported, and used.

Considering the intricacy of these gun laws, even a law-abiding firearms owner could easily end up missing a minor detail and facing firearms charges. Penalties for gun crimes are strict and often include large fines and jail time.  If you've been charged with a weapons offense in Illinois, contact an experienced Joliet gun charges defense lawyer to discuss your case.

Will County Gun Charges Defense Attorney

At The Law Office of Eric J. Blatti, P.C., we represent clients who have been arrested for various Illinois firearms offenses, including:

• Unlawful use of a weapon (UUW)
• Aggravated unlawful use of a weapon
• Aggressive discharge of a firearm
• Reckless discharge of a firearm
• Unlawful sale of firearms
• Unlawful possession of a firearm
• Felon in possession of a firearm
• Use of a firearm in self-defense
• Assault with a dangerous weapon

We also handle cases involving other deadly weapons, such as brass knuckles, knives, and black-jacks.

Fighting Weapons Offenses in Will County, Illinois

If you've been accused of violating Illinois weapons laws, it's important to have a Joliet weapons defense lawyer evaluate your case. An experienced Will County gun crime lawyer can determine if the proper procedures were followed during your arrest and can identify any potential defenses to your Illinois gun charges. At The Law Office of Eric J. Blatti, P.C., we offer free, no-obligation consultations to those who have been charged with a weapon-related crime in the Greater Chicago area. Contact us today.