What You Need To Know If Facing Charges Of Brandishing A Deadly Weapon. (PC 417)
If you think you are going to be charged with brandishing a deadly weapon, the first step you should take is to not make any statements to the police. The next step is to hire a qualified knowledgeable attorney. Our knowledge an experience will benefit you and can assist you in obtaining the best possible result in your case.
You need to hire an attorney who knows your particular court and judge as well as has the experience and knowledge of the law. Under the current the law, a violation of Penal Code section 417(a), brandishing a deadly weapon, requires a minimum jail sentence of 30 days in county jail.
To prove that the defendant is guilty of this crime, the People must prove that you:
1. Drew or exhibited a deadly weapon in the presence of someone else;
2. Did so in a rude, angry, or threatening manner; AND
3. Did not act in self-defense or in defense of someone else.
A deadly weapon is any object, instrument, or weapon that is inherently deadly or dangerous or one that is used in such a way that it is capable of causing and likely to cause death or great bodily injury.
If you did not intend to threaten or frighten another person, then that is a possible defense to the crime of brandishing a weapon. The attorneys at Wallin & Klarich will go over the facts of the case with you to help you win your case. If you want top quality representation call the law offices of Wallin & Klarich today.
Wallin and Klarich has many years of experience successfully defending people charged with brandishing a deadly weapon. We will work to aggressively defend you by investigating all aspects of your case. We will work to ensure that your rights are protected and that you clearly understand the legal process. We have offices in San Bernardino, Los Angeles, Riverside, Ventura and Orange County. The attorneys at Wallin & Klarich can be reached by phone at 888-749-0034. We will fight for you.
