Firearms Offences

The NSW government has taken a very hard line in respect of firearms, their correct possession, storage and use. The penalties have dramatically increased for the illegal use or possession of firearms. Under section 51D of the Firearms Act if you possess more than three unregistered firearms carries up to 10 years in prison as a maximum, and 20 years is one of the firearms is a prohibited weapon or pistol.

Innocent people who allow friends to improperly store firearms often end up facing stiff penalties in court. The definition of the type of firearm is often important to the type of charge and the scale of penalty. Dangerous weapons are treated differently and more harshly if a person is convicted.

The seriousness of discharging firearms can be seen through penalties for offences such as to discharge or attempt to discharge loaded arms with intent to inflict grievous bodily harm or with intent to resist or prevent the lawful arrest of any person which carries a maximum of 14 years or if in company 20 years. To 'shoot at' means to intend to hit a person.

We represent many legitimate gun owners who defend their right to have firearms and often many come to the attention of the law due to negligence by not strictly adhering to correct storage procedures. After they are charged they are then struck by the severity of the penalties they face and through good legal representation their circumstances can be explained and good results achieved.

There are many other charges that involve violence and you may consult our link page to inform yourself.

Please note that we do not accept legally aided matters.