Firearms

Firearms Lawyer in Seattle

Defending WA Residents Facing Serious Gun Crime Charges

If you find yourself charged with firearm-related charges of any kind, you will likely need a thorough, knowledgeable, and tenacious legal team to help ensure that you are getting the representation you need. With Attorney Matthew T. Hale, you will find a skilled Seattle firearms attorney who is well-versed in Washington's gun laws and is happy to answer any questions you may have in a free consultation.

Why Hire Hale Law Enterprises?

  • 24/7 availability by phone
  • Decades of experience
  • Consultations are free
  • Thousands of cases handled

Unlawful Possession of a Firearm First Degree

According to Washington statutes, it is illegal to possess a firearm if you have previously been convicted of a serious offense. If you knowingly possess or control a firearm after having been convicted of a serious offense, you will be charged with unlawful possession of a firearm in the first degree, a class B felony, which is punishable by up to 10 years in prison, or up to $20,000 in fines, or both.


Call Hale Law Enterprises for a highly-knowledgeable Seattle firearm attorney at (206) 207-4776.


Unlawful Possession of a Firearm Second Degree

This category is considered a class C felony, which is punishable by up to 5 years in prison, $10,000 in fines, or both.

A person can be convicted of unlawful possession of a firearm in the second degree if he or she possesses or controls a firearm and:

  • Is a minor (under 18) without special authorization
  • Is on bail for a serious offense
  • Has previously been convicted of a felony that is not considered a serious offense
  • Has been previously convicted of certain less serious domestic violence acts
  • Is subject to a qualifying protective order

Other Miscellaneous Firearms Charges

Some other firearms charges that our Seattle attorney is prepared to fight include:

  • Carrying a pistol (or leaving a loaded pistol in a car)
  • Unlawful delivery of a firearm
  • Aiming or discharging a firearm
  • Possessing a dangerous weapon
  • Carrying a concealed weapon
  • Unlawful display of a weapon (usually for the purpose of intimidation)

To find out more about these specific charges and potential sentencing options, call your Seattle firearms lawyer at (206) 207-4776 for a free consultation.

Our Real Results

  • City of Marysville v. J.H.

    Criminal Charge Dismissed 9/5/2024

  • STATE OF WASHINGTON v A.C. DUI

    June 2024 - DUI case dismissed on 6/20/24. Client charged with DUI in KCDC Kent courthouse drunk driving and being involved in a rollover accident. Case dismissed in interests of justice for lack of evidence.

  • STATE OF WASHINGTON V. A.B. ASSAULT

    King County Superior Court, January 2022 - Defendant charged with felony Assault 2, facing 9 months in jail. Case resolved with misdemeanor, no jail time.

  • STATE OF WASHINGTON v. BH, FELONY THEFT 2

    King County Superior Court Felony Theft case dismissed on 4/19/23 before first pretrial.

  • STATE OF WASHINGTON V. D.M. - DUI 8/5/2024

    DUI case dismissed after 5-month battle, 8/5/2024.

  • STATE OF WASHINGTON V. J.C. ASSAULT

    King County Superior Court, October 2022 - Defendant charged with felony Assault 2 DV, facing 9 months in jail. Case dismissed within 10 days of arraignment in the interests of justice.

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  • Avvo Client's Choice 2020
  • Washington State Bar Association
  • WACDL
  • State Bar of Texas

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