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Concealed Weapon Charge Lawyers in Mequon, WI Mequon office just off I-43

Illegally carrying a concealed weapon (a class A misdemeanor) in Mequon is penalized with up to a $10,000 fine and/or 9 months in jail for a first offense.

If you are facing a concealed carry charge in Mequon, call Grieve Law's criminal defense attorneys at (262) 765-5381 for a free case consultation. 

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When a Firearm is Considered Concealed

A firearm is considered concealed when it's not visible to others. A pedestrian should not be able to see the firearm. Depending on the jurisdiction, a firearm completely hidden from view or partially covered can be considered concealed. Some counties have more specific laws such as the location or size of the firearm on the body.

“Carrying a Concealed Weapon” Under Wisconsin Law

Weapons can vary by state. In Wisconsin, weapons that are classified under concealed carry are:

  • Electric weapon
  • Taser
  • Billy club

Not Classified Under Concealed Carry in WI:

  • Short barreled rifles
  • Shotguns
  • Brass knuckles

Also, the law requires a concealed carry permit to transport a loaded handgun anywhere within reach inside a vehicle. If you don’t have a CWL, a loaded handgun cannot legally be concealed and must be visible from the immediate vicinity outside the vehicle

What does “carry” mean? 

In Wisconsin, to carry is defined as “to go armed with.”
What does “to go armed with” mean? It means to carry a weapon on you.
Generally, courts have defined it to mean on one’s body or within their reach.

Mequon Concealed Weapon Lawyer with Free Consultations 

Booking an initial case consultation with Grieve Law can offer numerous advantages. During this consultation, a skilled attorney from our team will attentively listen to the specifics of your case and offer significant legal guidance. Additionally, we will clarify your rights and alternatives, as well as assist you in comprehending the possible outcomes of your circumstances.

Contact our Mequon attorneys now to set up your free consultation.
 

 

 

Will a Concealed Carry Charge stay on My Record?

In Wisconsin, even if you don’t end up having to pay the maximum fine of $10,000, the charge for carrying the weapon without a permit could remain on your record for the rest of your life.

How to Beat Conceal Weapon Charges 

When faced with a concealed carrying charge in Wisconsin, it is important to have an experienced criminal defense lawyer that’s highly educated in Wisconsin gun laws. To learn more about the process of having a concealed carrying charge dropped or reduced, get in touch with Grieve Law.

 

Common defenses used for concealed weapon charges:

  • Self-Defense: The accused may claim that they were carrying a weapon for self-defense and that their actions were justified.
  • Lack of Knowledge: The accused may argue that they were not aware that they were carrying a concealed weapon, or that they did not know that the item in question was considered a weapon.
  • Unlawful Search and Seizure: If the weapon was discovered during an illegal search or seizure, the accused may argue that the evidence should be excluded and cannot be used against them in court.
  • Self-Defense: The accused may claim that they were carrying a weapon for self-defense and that their actions were justified.
  • Mistaken Identity: The accused may argue that they were not the person carrying the weapon and that they have been wrongly identified.
  • As a lifetime NRA member, hunter, 2nd amendment advocate and experienced gun attorney, Tom Grieve has the expertise that no law firm in the Milwaukee area has.

 

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