Michigan Gun Attorneys

If you’re charged with a gun crime, get the right defense attorney

The right to keep and bear arms is enshrined in both the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and in Article 1, Section 6 of the Michigan Constitution, but like all rights, it comes with limits. Gun crimes can carry substantial penalties that derail your future for many years. That’s why you need to fight back with the right firearm violation defense attorney on your side.

Manley & Manley has the experience and resources to stand up for gun owners in Flint and throughout Michigan. We have a winning record in complex, high-profile criminal cases and go the distance to get your life back on track.

If you’re facing charges for a firearm violation, contact us right away.

Understanding Michigan Gun Laws

Michigan enforces strict gun laws that impact how residents own, carry, and use firearms. Understanding these laws is critical to avoiding criminal charges and protecting your right to possess firearms. The state requires individuals to obtain a license before carrying a concealed weapon and imposes penalties for carrying without proper authorization. Certain gun-related offenses, such as felony firearm possession or unlawful discharge, carry severe consequences, including prison time and hefty fines.

Even law-abiding gun owners can face legal trouble if accused of violating Michigan’s firearm statutes. At Manley & Manley, PLLC, we stand up for gun owners facing charges and fight to protect their rights under the law. We analyze the details of your case, challenge weak evidence, and push back against charges that could threaten your ability to own or carry firearms. Whether you face accusations of possessing a firearm unlawfully, carrying without a license, or using a gun in self-defense, we take decisive action to defend you. Michigan gun laws are complex, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Reach out today to protect your future.

What are firearms charges in Michigan?

Michigan has many laws concerning the possession, use, manufacturing, and sale of guns, including several that impose criminal penalties. We defend all types of gun crimes in Michigan, including:

Carrying a Concealed Weapon

Without a license to carry. In Michigan, carrying a concealed pistol on your body or in your vehicle without a license is illegal. This also applies to concealed stabbing or cutting weapons except for hunting knives when carried as such.

Illegal Possession of a Firearm

Certain firearms are illegal in Michigan, including short-barreled shotguns or rifles, armor-piercing ammunition, and semiautomatic firearms modified into fully automatic guns. It’s also illegal to possess an unmarked firearm.

Felon in Possession of a Firearm

Convicted felons who have not had their firearm rights restored can be hit with additional felony charges in Michigan.

Being convicted of any of these charges will put a felony on your record. In addition to incarceration and fines, that means you will lose your right to own a gun and possibly your right to vote. You may have a harder time finding a job or a place to live, and you may be unable to qualify for professional licenses. In short, a weapon violation can change your life forever. You need one of our proven Michigan gun attorneys to fight back.

Protect Your Gun Rights in Michigan

A skilled gun lawyer navigates complex firearm statutes, challenges evidence, and fights to protect your ability to possess firearms legally. Without a strong legal advocate, you could face severe penalties, including jail time, hefty fines, or the permanent loss of your gun rights.

As your skilled gun attorneys in Michigan, we build strategic defenses, question the prosecution’s case, and push back against unfair accusations. Whether you need to challenge a weapons charge, restore your gun rights, or fight a concealed carry violation, we take action to defend your freedom. When your right to possess firearms is on the line, having a dedicated legal team makes a difference in your case and your future.

How do we defend weapons charges?

Several defenses can be used to dispute a firearms charge. Some of the legal strategies we use include the following:

Illegal search – To pat you down, the police need reasonable grounds to believe you have a weapon and pose a threat to safety. To arrest you and search you for weapons, they need probable cause. The police also need probable cause or your consent to search your vehicle. If we can show that the police found your firearm during an illegal search, we can get the evidence thrown out, which often means the charges will be dropped.
Illegal traffic stop – Many firearm charges arise when an officer finds a weapon during a traffic stop. To pull you over, an officer needs reasonable suspicion that you were doing something illegal; if they didn’t have grounds for the traffic stop, we may be able to suppress any evidence discovered during the stop.
Did not knowingly possess – The prosecution may not be able to prove that you knowingly possessed an illegal or concealed weapon.

Depending on the circumstances, we may be able to get your charges dropped entirely or reduced to a lesser offense. Michigan’s gun laws are complex; with an attorney who knows the law and the courts on your side, you can navigate the system and find an effective legal strategy to protect your rights.

how We Can Assist You

Gun charges in Michigan carry serious consequences, from fines and jail time to the loss of firearm rights. At Manley & Manley, PLLC, we take action to defend clients facing these challenges. Our team builds strong legal strategies and works to protect your future.

What You Gain by Working with Us:

Strong Defense Strategies – We analyze your case, identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s arguments, and build a defense that challenges the charges against you.
Knowledge of Michigan Gun Laws – Michigan has complex firearm regulations, and we guide clients through the legal system while fighting to protect their rights.
Aggressive Representation in Court – We advocate for clients in hearings, negotiations, and trials, working toward favorable outcomes.
Protection of Your Gun Rights – A conviction can threaten your ability to own or carry firearms. We fight to keep that from happening.
Clear Communication and Guidance – We keep clients informed, explain their legal options, and answer questions every step of the way.

If you face gun-related charges in Michigan, don’t wait to take action. Contact Manley & Manley, PLLC today to discuss your defense.

Schedule a Consultation Today

Being charged with a firearms violation can have long-lasting consequences that impact your future, freedom, and ability to own or carry a gun. A conviction can lead to jail time, hefty fines, and a permanent mark on your record, making it harder to secure employment, housing, or even regain your firearm rights. Michigan enforces strict gun laws, and prosecutors aggressively pursue convictions in firearm-related cases. Waiting to take action can put you at a disadvantage, as evidence may disappear, witnesses’ memories may fade, and the prosecution will build its case against you.

The sooner you bring in a dedicated defense attorney, the stronger your chances of securing a favorable outcome. At Manley & Manley, PLLC, we immediately launch an investigation, review the charges, and develop a defense strategy tailored to your situation. We challenge weak evidence, question law enforcement procedures, and fight to protect your rights at every stage. If you’re facing firearms charges in Michigan, don’t wait.