Fort Worth Gun Lawyer

Facing a firearm charge in Fort Worth? Our gun defense attorneys defend clients across Tarrant County and stand up for your right to lawful gun ownership. We have taken on thousands of weapons cases and secured results that hold up in court.

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Texas gun law tracks closely with the federal framework. You do not need a permit to buy or own a firearm in this state, yet the rules governing where, when, and how you may carry one are detailed and easy to trip over. Because those rules shift from session to session, many Fort Worth residents are unsure whether a given action even breaks the law.

If prosecutors have accused you of a gun-use or gun-possession offense, a Fort Worth gun lawyer can walk you through the statutes that apply and explain exactly what a weapons charge involves. A focused criminal defense attorney can map out your options the moment charges land.

Fort Worth Gun Laws

Texas law keeps certain groups of people from ever holding a firearm, and it draws firm lines around the places where anyone may carry a weapon. Both sets of restrictions come up often in Tarrant County prosecutions.

Possession Restrictions

As a rule, anyone carrying a felony conviction may not lawfully possess a firearm, a prohibition set out in Texas Penal Code § 46.04. The same bar reaches people convicted of Class A misdemeanor domestic assault and anyone currently bound by a protective order. There is a narrow path back: gun rights may be restored in a limited way five years after every requirement of a sentence has been met.

Private citizens also lose the right to carry a gun into specific locations around Fort Worth. Those off-limits places include:

Penalties for crossing these possession lines can be severe. A Fort Worth gun attorney can sort through the state restrictions that apply to your situation and put together a defense against any weapons-related charge.

Gun Licenses

Fort Worth residents need no license to buy a handgun or to carry one on property they own, whether that is a home, a vehicle, or a boat. The catch is visibility: an owner may not carry a handgun in plain view inside a vehicle or boat, whether tucked in a shoulder belt or a holster, without a concealed handgun license.

Discharge and Display of Guns

Firing a weapon on purpose in a public place is against the law under Tex. Pen. Code § 42.01. The statute reaches display as well: showing a firearm in public to frighten another person is likewise prohibited.

Penalties for Different Offenses

Weapons charges span a wide range, from Class C misdemeanors to third-degree felonies, depending on how serious the alleged conduct is. Illegally discharging or displaying a firearm, carrying without a concealed weapons permit, and possession by a prohibited person all fall on the misdemeanor side. These typically expose a defendant to a maximum one-year jail sentence plus the fines that go with it, and misdemeanor cases are heard in the Tarrant County Criminal Courts.

The picture changes for anyone with a prior record. A person previously convicted of a felony who is caught illegally possessing a firearm or breaking the carry rules can face a prison sentence of ten years and fines up to $10,000, a felony matter handled by the Criminal District Courts at the Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center on West Belknap Street. Fort Worth residents with prior convictions should talk with a gun lawyer as soon as charges surface.

How a Fort Worth Gun Attorney Can Help

A gun-related accusation carries real weight. Because these statutes are rewritten so often, plenty of people break one without meaning to. Even so, the unlawful possession, carry, discharge, or display of a firearm can lead to fines, a lasting criminal record, and time behind bars.

The good news is that Texas gun law is full of exceptions. A knowledgeable Fort Worth gun attorney can explain which of those exceptions might apply to you and push the case toward a favorable resolution. In Tarrant County, the Criminal District Attorney handles the prosecution, and having your own advocate levels the field. Any criminal charge is unsettling, but the right attorney can break down what you are facing and take the first step in your defense. Schedule an initial consultation with an attorney today and start building your response.

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Recent Gun Case Results

Our proven track record speaks for itself

Unlawful Carrying Case Dismissed

Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon charge dismissed after a successful motion to suppress evidence found during an illegal vehicle search.

Felony Weapon Charge
Reduced to Fine

Felony Possession of a Prohibited Weapon charge reduced to a misdemeanor fine by establishing the client's lack of criminal intent.

Charge Dismissed: Out-of-State License Valid

Case dismissed after successfully establishing the client had a valid non-resident license that was legal under Texas's reciprocity laws.

Not Guilty Verdict for Felon in Possession

Jury returned a Not Guilty Verdict for a client charged with Felon in Possession, arguing the client only had momentary, non-possessory control.

Weapon in Prohibited Place Dismissed

Charge of Carrying a Weapon in a Prohibited Place dismissed after proving the location did not meet the legal definition of a restricted area.

Deferred Adjudication on Felony Gun Charge

Secured Deferred Adjudication, protecting the client's right to own firearms by preventing a permanent felony conviction.

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