If law enforcement finds you carrying a pistol in a public place in Minneapolis without a valid permit, you face an immediate gross misdemeanor charge under Minnesota law. A first-time conviction carries up to a year in jail and a $3,000 fine, while a second or subsequent offense escalates directly to a felony.
Many individuals we represent at Brockton D. Hunter P.A. are law-abiding gun owners who made a mistake with their paperwork, misunderstood the boundaries of lawful transport, or were blindsided by a traffic stop on Interstate 35W.
We do not judge how you ended up in this situation. We step into the courtroom and aggressively defend your rights, relying on our deep understanding of weapons laws to challenge the prosecution's narrative and protect your future.
If you face a weapons charge, you need attorneys who are fully comfortable taking complex cases to trial. Contact us at (612) 979-1112 to schedule a case review.
Challenging the State's Evidence and Defending Your Rights
The language in the law is strict, but a charge is not a conviction. Our approach centers on dismantling the state's case piece by piece.
According to Minnesota Statute 624.714, carrying a pistol in public without a permit is a gross misdemeanor. If you have a prior conviction for the same offense, the state will charge you with a felony.
However, statutory exceptions exist for possessing a weapon in your dwelling, your place of business, or while transporting an unloaded firearm in a closed and fastened case. Police officers frequently misunderstand these exceptions during high-stress traffic stops, particularly during freezing Minneapolis winters when law enforcement wants to clear a roadside scene quickly.
Brock Hunter and Ryan Else are both military veterans who understand firearms fundamentally. We scrutinize every detail of your arrest to determine if the officer violated your Fourth Amendment rights during the search or misapplied the transport rules.
Bringing True Advocacy to Weapons Charges
When your freedom and Second Amendment rights are at stake, accepting a generic plea deal is rarely the right strategy.
Brock and Ryan are comfortable taking complex weapons and self-defense cases to jury trial, rather than settling for plea agreements that don't serve your truth.
Ryan Else is one of roughly 1,300 attorneys nationwide to complete Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College, which means our firm prepares every case with the courtroom in mind.
We press the prosecution to prove every element of the alleged offense beyond a reasonable doubt.
Standing by Your Side through the Criminal Justice System
Being charged with a gun crime can feel incredibly isolating, especially if you are unfamiliar with navigating the Hennepin County court system.
You deserve legal representation that treats you like a person, rather than a file number. Ryan’s guiding ethos is to represent clients with the same diligence he would want if his own family were facing serious criminal charges. This means we keep you informed at every critical juncture, explaining what the prosecutor is offering, what the judge expects, and how our defense strategy is evolving.
We return your phone calls and answer your questions directly so you feel supported from your initial arraignment all the way to a verdict.
Defend Your Rights with Battle-Tested Courtroom Representation
A weapons charge in Minnesota carries heavy consequences, from severe fines to potential jail time. You do not have to face the prosecution alone or accept an outcome that derails your life. Brockton D. Hunter P.A. brings documented trial experience and a steadfast commitment to uncovering the truth in every matter we handle. We know how to challenge the state's narrative and pursue a just resolution for your situation.
Reach out to our dedicated legal team to discuss your defense options. Contact us at (612) 979-1112 to schedule your initial case review.