Weapons Crimes

You may have firearms for various purposes. People frequently use rifles for hunting or skill shooting, while shotguns are popular tools used by ranchers who must defend their animals against predators. People who carry handguns often do so for self-defense purposes...

Did you know that it is often legal to make your own firearm in a 3D printer? These printers generally create plastic components, and people will download plans off of the internet and then print the guns at home. There are many cases in which you can do this without...

For those convicted of felonies, this generally comes with the stipulation that they cannot buy or possess firearms. While there are some exceptions, the general rule of thumb is that gun rights are lost to those with a felony record. On the other hand, those with a...

The Second Amendment protects your right to own and carry a firearm. However, flying with a gun is a totally different story. You just cannot throw a gun into your carry-on bag like any other device and hop into a flight.  Flying with a gun does not have to be a...

The right to bear arms is something that many people across America take seriously. This is a fundamental right that is guaranteed by the Second Amendment of the constitution. However, as always, a balance must be struck between public safety and the rights of other...

The Second Amendment is one of the most important amendments to the U.S. Constitution, and it is part of the Bill of Rights. It comes directly after the First Amendment, which is the right to free speech. People talk about the Second Amendment quite a lot, but you'll...

Colorado is home to multiple national forests and parks. Even Colorado residents who fully understand and abide by our state’s gun laws often aren’t aware of how they pertain to these federal lands. In addition to state and federal laws that apply across all of these...

Denver has become the latest city to ban “ghost guns.” What is a ghost gun? It’s a gun that has no serial number or markings, so it can’t be traced to anyone. They aren’t made by traditional gun manufacturers. Some are made using kits or are simply “homemade.”  Under...

Suppose you have a buddy who has always been there when you needed him. Recently, he approached you to ask a favor. He wants you to purchase a gun for him and then he will immediately buy it right back from you. You think that sounds a bit odd, but you want to help...

You don't have to misuse a firearm for it to lead to criminal charges. Sometimes, just the possession of a weapon can lead to criminal allegations. Some people who will face gun charges in Colorado illegally possess a firearm when federal or state laws restrict their...