PC §25400 charge was filed against our client, seeking a felony conviction — we reduced it to a misdemeanor and got other charges dropped; client avoided a lengthy jail sentence.

Facing a Firearm Charge in Orange County?
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Why Immediate Action Matters in OC

Orange County has a reputation for stricter prosecution and less forgiving pleas in gun cases. If you have been charged with gun-related offenses in Orange County, contact a lawyer to consult immediately. It could be the difference between jail time or a dismissal in your case. Judges frequently impose tight firearm restrictions and prosecutors may push for tough jail time and enhancements even on first offenses.

Move fast. Early defense lets us challenge the stop, protect rights, and steer the case toward dismissal, reduction, or diversion where possible.

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Gun & Firearm Charges We Defend

We handle the full range of firearms allegations filed in Orange County, but in Orange County enforcement is less lenient in practice:

Concealed Carry without License — PC §25400
Carrying a Loaded Firearm in Public — PC §25850
Prohibited Person in Possession — PC §29800 (and §29805, §29825)
Ammunition by Prohibited Person — PC §30305
Ghost Guns / Serialization — PC §29180
Large-Capacity Magazines — PC §32310
Silencers / Prohibited Weapons — PC §33410 / §16590
Assault Weapons / .50 BMG — PC §30605 (possession), §30600 (manufacture/transport/sale)
Brandishing — PC §417
Gun on School Grounds — PC §626.9
Illegal Transfers / No-Dealer Sales — PC §27545, penalties §27590

Enhancements: PC §12022.5 (personal use), PC §12022.53 (10–20–life in specified felonies).

Federal: 18 U.S.C. §922(g), §924(c).

Defense Strategies Built for OC

In Orange County, we defend cases vicariously to defend your rights. Common strategies include:

Stop/Search Suppression: Traffic stop pretexts, scope of search, consent issues.
No Knowing Possession: Shared space, third-party ownership, lack of prints/DNA.
Technical Classification: Whether the firearm/accessory fits the statute (assault weapon, silencer, LCM).
Compliance & Exceptions: Transport rules, residence exceptions, serialized-parts timeline.
Enhancement Leverage: Reduce or defeat “use/discharge” and break §12022.53 exposure.

Local Court Advantage: Orange County Gun Cases

We defend gun charges across Orange County Superior Court:

Santa Ana – Central Justice Center
Newport Beach – Harbor Justice Center
Westminster – West Justice Center
Fullerton – North Justice Center

Local culture counts. We understand OC District Attorneys policies and judge expectations, and we tailor defense and negotiations accordingly.

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Gun charge in Orange County? Don’t face strict OC prosecutors alone, get a defense that knows the statutes, the enhancements, and the local courts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will OC treat my first gun offense harshly? OC is notoriously strict. We work to avoid felony filings and enhancements and push for reductions where facts support it.

The gun was locked in the trunk—can they still charge me? It depends on transport compliance and underlying status. We analyze the stop, storage method, and your eligibility to possess.

Can I get my firearm back if the case is dismissed? Often, yes—through a lawful return process. We guide you through the steps once legal grounds exist.

Our Process

24/7 Emergency Access Phones always answered. When you need a lawyer, we are always available because the prosecution does not stop; and neither do we.

Proven Results Dismissals, reductions, and diversions secured across LA County.

Courtroom Experience Over 1,000 criminal cases defended.

Discreet, Compassionate Representation We take our job protecting families and reputations seriously.

Bilingual Representation (EN/ES) Trusted across Los Angeles communities.

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