Falsified Gun Application Charges Dropped: A Misunderstanding that Nearly Cost a Man’s Freedom!
Misunderstanding and confusion are a part and parcel of life. However, some misunderstandings can lead to severe consequences, which can even jeopardize your freedom!
Yes, this is something that happened with one of our clients a few days ago. He went to purchase a firearm, and while filling out the application, got confused about a certain question, which he answered honestly.
But fate had other plans for the guy that day! He was put under investigation because of falsifying statements in the firearm application form. However, thankfully, he resorted to our Pittsburgh criminal lawyers for help, and we cleared this whole confusion with just a letter!
Let’s take a closer look.
What Caused the Confusion?
It all started when our client went to buy a firearm. You must know that every individual willing to buy a firearm across the U.S has to fill up and sign the ATF Form 4473 Firearms Transaction Form.
And it was this form which confused our client! On one field in the form, it was asked whether the purchaser of the firearm had ever been convicted of such a crime that is punishable by a year or more in prison.
Now, our client got confused with this whole phrasing! So, he wrote an answer which stated that he had never been convicted of such offenses, but he was convicted of a DUI charge many years ago. He also mentioned that the penalty he received was less than the number of years mentioned in the form. Little did he know that his life was about to take a turn, and he had to seek help from expert Pittsburgh criminal lawyers.
What Happened Next?
So, our client’s firearm purchase application got denied! Naturally, he couldn’t purchase the firearm either. But, since his answer was confusing, he was put under investigation by the local cops for falsifying statements in a gun application form.
It was at this point that the man remembered the Logue Law Group’s name and called us to seek help from our Pittsburgh criminal lawyers. We understood that the case was nothing more than a small misunderstanding. But our client was terrified, as this was the first time he had to face so much hassle, that too, for a small confusion!
Our Pittsburgh criminal lawyers, therefore, prepared a letter and sent it to the officer handling this case. We clearly mentioned that the whole incident was a misunderstanding from our client’s end. We also stated that the confusion started because the question lacked clarity, and our client had no criminal intent behind his statement.
At last, the whole confusion was cleared. The officer understood the scenario and finally agreed to close the case. And the charges against our client were not filed!
Such incidents showcase the importance of having a Pittsburgh criminal lawyer by your side. These professionals are well aware of the legal intricacies and can effectively guide you so that you get the best possible outcome.
Are you facing similar charges? Well, the more you wait, the more it will increase the risks of you getting charged for something that you didn’t even think of committing! So, stop waiting and place a call at 844.PITT.DUI to schedule a free consultation today!