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Wisconsin Gun & 2nd Ammendment Lawyer

Our Wisconsin gun lawyers, operating out of offices in Milwaukee, Brookfield and Madison, have an intricate knowledge of how to navigate Wisconsin gun laws to reduce or drop the charges you are facing.
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Wisconsin gun laws cover a variety of charges, from illegally carrying a concealed weapon to assault with a deadly weapon and homicide. Illegally carrying a concealed weapon could be penalized as a Class A misdemeanor, leading to a maximum fine of $10,000, a maximum jail sentence of 9 months or both.

If you have been charged with a criminal offense, whether it’s a felony or a misdemeanor, or if you’re under a restraining order, your 2nd Amendment rights are in imminent danger. Federal and State law allows the government to look ‘beyond the mere facts of conviction’ and to the various documents and proceedings to establish the facts necessary to strip you of your firearm rights for life. In short, you could lose these rights for life without ever having been told. Worse yet, you may think you are protecting these rights, but in reality, something happens in your case and your firearm rights are gone forever. Even if you are just being investigated for a crime or were arrested on a completely unrelated offense, your case could come to bear on your 2nd Amendment rights. There are so many laws and so many ways in which your rights could be suspended or upended.

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Grieve Law gun lawyers protect you against incarceration, hefty fines, and other life-altering consequences. Whether you’re facing a felony weapons charge, a misdemeanor battery charge, possession of body armor, or just need detailed and accurate information on Wisconsin’s Concealed Carry laws, NFA Gun Trusts,  ATF Compliance & FFL Revocation, or the Castle Doctrine in Wisconsin, our Milwaukee gun lawyers are here to help.

Grieve Law Lawyers Defend a Wide Range of Wisconsin Weapons Charges Including:

It is illegal to possess a firearm with certain modifications and doing so can result in a Class F felony or other charges.  Some examples of modified weapons include:

  • Pistol with an added buttstock
  • Use of a bump stock
  • Turning any firearm into a machine gun*
  • Adding a silencer/suppressor*
  • Shotguns or rifles shorter than 26 inches*
  • Shotgun barrels 18 inches or less*
  • Rifles with barrels 16 inches or less*

* Without the proper federal approval

Penalties for a Class F felony:

  • Up to 12 years in prison
  • And/or a $25,000 fine
  • Forfeiture of gun rights

In Wisconsin, courts divide felony prison sentences into two parts: initial confinement and extended supervision. If you or anyone you know is charged with a gun felony or a felony of any kind, you should contact an experienced criminal defense attorney at Grieve Law immediately.
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Gun Lawyers for Wisconsin

With the recent changes in Wisconsin gun laws, many people applied for a concealed carry license without learning the full requirements of the law. There are severe, life-changing consequences for intentional or accidental violations. If you choose to carry a gun, a good defense lawyer is a necessity. Grieve Law will defend you against criminal prosecution for concealed carry charges, underage possession, intoxicated possession of a firearm or endangering safety by negligent use.

Grieve Law offers free initial consultations for charges related to:

 Grieve Law handles all areas of criminal law. If you were pulled over and charged an OWI with a firearm in your possession, contact Grieve Law today.

Concealed Carry: Legal in Wisconsin, Criminal Charges Are Still Possible

More people are opting to carry a concealed firearm. In the state of Wisconsin, you are required to have a concealed carry license. Many buildings like schools, bars and municipal buildings forbid bringing a firearm onto the premises and will press charges if you’re caught concealing a firearm inside the property. Don’t let a criminal charge ruin your life. Hire the knowledgeable, experienced concealed carry defense attorney Tom Grieve to protect your rights.

An experienced criminal defense attorney will be able to advise you on your best options towards getting the following charges reduced or dropped:

Illegally carrying a concealed weapon, carrying a firearm in a public building, or carrying a handgun where alcoholic beverages may be sold and consumed is a Class A misdemeanor weapons charge.

Wisconsin Class A misdemeanor penalties include:

  • Up to 9 months in jail
  • And/or a $10,000 fine
  • Community Service
  • Probation

Misdemeanor probation is a lighter sentence than jail time, and you remain a free member of society as long as you follow the guidelines given by the judge. You will likely be required to check in on a regular basis with a probation officer, and inform him or her of any changes to your address, phone number, employment, or personal life. Failure to follow the guidelines may result in the judge extending the length of your probation, imposing new guidelines, or even handing down a jail sentence. Learn more about Wisconsin sentencing guidelines if you are found guilty.

An experienced criminal defense attorney will be able to advise you on your best options towards getting the following charges reduced or dropped.
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ATF Firearms Compliance Inspections

Wisconsin Statute 941.25 requires machine gun manufacturers to maintain a detailed register of every firearm they make or handle. The register must include the model and serial number, date of manufacture, and the complete chain of transfer for each weapon. Records must also list the name, address, and occupation of anyone receiving or supplying the firearm, along with the purpose of the transaction. Law enforcement officers have the authority to inspect the register and the manufacturer’s stock of firearms, parts and supplies. A violation of this statute can lead to Class B forfeiture penalties of up to $1,000.

How to Prepare for an Inspection

Manufacturers should keep precise and up-to-date documentation of every machine gun they produce, sell, loan, or receive. Preparing for a compliance inspection means having organized records readily available for review and maintaining clear records of each transaction. Failure to comply could result in forfeiture penalties and create long-term complications.

Intoxicated Possession of a Firearm: Don’t Drink and Carry

Intoxicated possession of a firearm is a crime in the state of Wisconsin. If you have any trace of a restricted controlled substance in your system, you cannot legally have a firearm in your possession. If you are caught, it’s a class A misdemeanor that disrupts your life and can make it incredibly difficult to find employment. When you’re facing fines and jail time, it’s important to have an experienced attorney with extensive knowledge of Wisconsin gun laws. Grieve Law should be your first call.

Endangering Safety by Negligent Use: Pointing a Gun Can Be a Crime in Wisconsin

Threatening safety by use of a firearm or other dangerous weapon is a Class A misdemeanor in the state of Wisconsin. Intentionally pointing a gun at someone is a crime. If you are charged with endangering safety by negligent use, contact the Milwaukee gun defense attorneys at Grieve Law.

Whether you’re facing misdemeanor weapons charges, felony gun charges or you just want to be thoroughly informed on your Wisconsin gun rights, set up a free consultation with our Milwaukee gun lawyers.

An experienced gun lawyer qualified to handle Wisconsin gun charges will be able to advise you on your best options for getting the following charges dropped or reduced.

Could You be Facing Felony Gun Penalties?

Depending on the severity of the crime, you could be facing lengthy prison time and/or monetary fines. The best way to lower your maximum penalties is by hiring an experienced criminal defense attorney who’s helped others lower their penalties.

Penalties you could be facing: 

  • Modifying a gun to operate like a machine gun – If you’ve been caught modifying a firearm to operate like a machine gun, you’ll most likely get charged with a Class F Felony in Wisconsin. This type of charge will earn you 12 years in state prison, $25,000 in fines, or both.
  • Stalking involving a weapon – If you’re caught stalking with a weapon, you may get charged with a class F felony. Class F felonies in Wisconsin are punishable by a fine of $25,000, a state prison sentence of 12 years, or both.
  • Possession of a firearm with a previous felony conviction – Possessing a firearm when you have previously been charged with a felony will result in a Class G felony. A Class G felony is punishable by up to 10 years in state prison and $25,000 in fines in Wisconsin.
  • Possession of machine guns, slicers, and short-barreled rifles or shotguns – If you’re caught possessing a machine gun, slicer, and short-barreled rifles or shotguns in Wisconsin you could be charged with a Class H felony. A class H felony comes with penalties of 6 years in state prison and a maximum fine of $10,000.
  • Discharging a firearm on a highway or in a parking lot toward people or buildings – Discharging a firearm on a highway or in a parking lot toward people or buildings is a serious crime. In Wisconsin, this is a Class F felony and could result in $25,000 in fines, 12 years in prison, or both.
  • Endangering safety with a Dangerous Weapon – If you’ve been caught endangering safety with a dangerous weapon, you could be facing a Class G felony charge in Wisconsin. A Class G felony is punishable by up to $25,000 in fines and 10 years in state prison.
  • Pointing a firearm at medical responders, firefighters, or police officers – In Wisconsin, pointing a firearm at medical responders, firefighters, or police officers is classified as a class H felony. A class H felony in Wisconsin will land you 6 years in state prison and fines up to $10,000.
  • Possession of armor-piercing bullets during the commission of a crime – Possession of armor-piercing bullets during the commission of a crime is against the law in Wisconsin and will land you a Class H Felony charge. A Class H Felony in Wisconsin comes with penalties including up to 6 years of state prison time and fines up to $10,000.
  • Possessing a weaponized drone – If you’re charged with possessing a weaponized drone in Wisconsin you might be facing 6 years in state prison and get fined $10,000. This type of crime is classified as a Class H Felony in Wisconsin.

Contact the gun lawyers Wisconsin relies on for professional legal advice and impressive results.

How Long Do Firearm Charges Stay on Your Record?

If you have been charged with a criminal offense, whether it’s a felony or a misdemeanor, or if you’re under a restraining order, your 2nd Amendment rights are in imminent danger. Federal and State law allows the government to look ‘beyond the mere facts of conviction’ and to the various documents and proceedings to establish the facts necessary to strip you of your firearm rights for life. In short, you could lose these rights for life without ever having been told. Worse yet, you may think you are protecting these rights, but in reality something happens in your case and your firearm rights are gone forever. Even if you are just being investigated for a crime or were arrested on a completely unrelated offense, your case could come to bear on your 2nd Amendment rights. There are so many laws and so many ways in which your rights could be suspended or upended.