{"id":18039,"date":"2021-06-16T16:38:41","date_gmt":"2021-06-16T23:38:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/?p=18039"},"modified":"2023-02-16T11:29:25","modified_gmt":"2023-02-16T18:29:25","slug":"ars-13-3101-prohibited-possesser","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jacksonwhitelaw.com\/criminal-defense-law\/blog\/ars-13-3101-prohibited-possesser\/","title":{"rendered":"ARS 13-3101: Prohibited Possessor in Arizona"},"content":{"rendered":"
The second amendment to the U.S. Constitution ensures the right for all citizens to keep and bear arms. However, federal and state laws such as A.R.S 13-3101<\/a> have been enacted to prevent U.S. citizens from possessing firearms and other types of weapons if they are legally considered to be a prohibited possessor.<\/p>\n If you are a prohibited possessor and have been charged for being in possession of a weapon, it\u2019s crucial for you to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney. An experienced criminal defense attorney will work with you to craft a solid defense and help you to obtain the best outcome for your case.<\/p>\n According to A.R.S. 13-3101, a “Prohibited possessor” is any person:<\/p>\n According to A.R.S. 13-3101, the following items are considered to be prohibited weapons:<\/p>\n While fully automatic guns, suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and shotguns are legal to own if you have the right documentation, it is illegal for a prohibited possessor to be in possession of these items.<\/p>\n According to A.R.S. 3101, the following items are not considered to be prohibited weapons:<\/p>\n The penalties for possessing a weapon as a prohibited possessor vary according to the conduct involving the weapon as well as if or how they are being used. Here are several examples:<\/p>\n Crimes committed with a weapon have serious penalties and the penalties increase if you are a prohibited possessor. In fact, if you are a prohibited possessor and commit a crime with a gun, you lose the options of parole, probation and you may be ineligible to have your rights restored.<\/p>\n If you have been charged with possessing a weapon as a prohibited possessor, you are facing hefty penalties and fines if convicted. In order to fight this charge, it is essential for you to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney.<\/p>\n The criminal defense team at Jackson White Law<\/a> has years of experience representing clients and achieving impressive case results<\/a>.\u00a0If you have been charged with possession of a weapon as a prohibited possessor, contact Jackson White Law immediately.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nWho is Considered a Prohibited Possessor?<\/h2>\n
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What Items Are Restricted for a Prohibited Possessor?<\/h2>\n
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Which Items are Not Considered Prohibited Weapons?<\/h2>\n
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Penalties for A.R.S. 13-3101<\/h2>\n
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What to Do if You Have Been Charged with A.R.S 13-3101<\/h2>\n