Under Penal Code section 243.6, you are prohibited from willfully firing a gun or even a BB gun in grossly negligent manner which could result in death or injury to another person. Under this code section, you may be charged with a felony or misdemeanor based on the facts and circumstances of the event as well as your criminal history.
In order to convict you of negligently discharging a firearm or BB device, the prosecutor must prove the three elements;
1. That you willfully fired a gun or BB device,
2. that you did so in a grossly negligent manner, and
3. that the discharge of the gun could have resulted in a person’s death or injury.
If convicted of negligently discharging a firearm as a misdemeanor, you face up to one year in a county jail and a maximum $1,000 fine. If convicted of this offense as a felony, you face up to three years in Prison and a $10,000 fine.
If you find yourself, or a loved one in this situation, where the police have arrested or are investigating you for this charge, come see our experienced attorneys at Wallin & Klarich immediately.
At Wallin & Klarich, our knowledgeable Southern California criminal defense lawyers will protect you and your rights. We have been defending the rights of those facing these types of criminal charges for over 30 years and know what it takes to get your charges reduced or dismissed completely. Call us today at 888-280-6839 or visit www.wklaw.com for more information.
