Weapons Crimes

Ohio law prohibits individuals intoxicated by alcohol or drugs from carrying a firearm. For obvious reasons, Ohio lawmakers doubt the decision-making ability of anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol. By punishing individuals drunk while carrying a gun, this law aims to deter others from committing the violation. Contact us online or call (937)...

According to the CDC, there were 24,576 homicides in the United States in 2020. Broadly, homicide is defined as the deliberate and unlawful killing of another person. There are many ways people commit murder using objects clearly defined as weapons, everyday objects, or no weapon at all. However, there are three categories of commonly used...

Before transporting a firearm in Ohio, you need to know what Ohio’s firearms laws allow and prohibit. The rules can vary depending on where you intend to store your weapon and whether you plan to conceal it. Additionally, Ohio’s vehicle gun laws address transportation with a firearm. Clients frequently ask, Can I carry a gun...

The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution grants people the right to bear arms. However, this right is not absolute. The State of Ohio reduces this Second Amendment right for convicted felons. If you are a convicted felon, it is imperative to know how Ohio gun laws for felons might impact you. Failure to...

The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution provides all citizens the right to bear arms. However, despite the language of the Second Amendment, the state and federal governments can impose strict limits on gun rights. Additionally, the constitutional rights of minors are not always coextensive with those of adults. The result is that if...

In recent months, and even in recent years, there has been much media attention on gun laws all across the country. Despite the news feeds and stories about firearms, their responsible handling, and their potential dangers, clarity on actual gun laws is difficult to find. In order to help our clients make sense of pertinent...

In some cases, a criminal case can cost a hardworking employee his or her job. That was what almost happened to a defendant who came to Gounaris Abboud, LPA after being charged with Carrying a Concealed Weapon and Having a Firearm While Intoxicated. Both of these crimes carry serious punishments, but for this specific individual there was...