Ammunition for Guns in Greenwich
If you own or use firearms, knowledge of the laws and regulations surrounding ammunition for guns in Greenwich is essential. Contact the Law Offices of Mark Sherman if you face charges related to ammunition. Our aggressive criminal defense attorneys will work to obtain the most favorable result possible.
Legal Restrictions on Ammunition Purchases and Possession
Connecticut imposes significant restrictions on ammunition sales and possession. The buyer must present a pistol permit, long gun or handgun eligibility certificate, or a gun sales permit. Alternatively, a purchaser can present a valid ammunition certificate along with identification, such as a driver’s license or passport.
Anyone who does not have a permit or certificate to carry any gun cannot buy ammunition. In addition, the right to buy ammunition can be suspended or revoked if you are:
- Arrested for certain domestic violence crimes;
- Are served with a Risk Warrant (RPO);
- Convicted of any felony, even when unrelated to firearms;
- The subject of a protective order;
- Are voluntarily admitted to a psychiatric treatment facility within the preceding six months;
- Involuntarily committed to a psychiatric facility within the past year, or longer depending on the commitment order; or
- Unsuitable to possess a weapon according to your local police department.
If any of these applies to you, speak with a Greenwich ammunition attorney from our firm about restoring your gun rights. Doing so also restores your right to purchase and possess ammunition.
What Types of Ammunition Are Prohibited?
Even when you are legally permitted to carry a gun and purchase ammunition, you can still run afoul of the law. Some forms of ammunition are restricted and may not be purchased, sold, or transferred in Connecticut.
Connecticut General Statutes §53-202l makes armor-piercing bullets and incendiary .50 caliber bullets illegal. Magazines holding more than ten rounds are also banned. The only people who may legally possess these categories of ammunition are law enforcement personnel and people who inherit or manage an estate that contains these forms of ammunition.
If you possess illegal gun ammunition and want to bring yourself into compliance, contact our Greenwich attorneys. We can assess your situation and create a plan to properly dispose of the ammunition so that you are not violating the law.
Defending Criminal Charges Relating to Ammunition
You can be charged with a felony if you buy ammunition without the required permit or purchase or possess illegal ammunition. Selling ammunition without checking the purchaser’s eligibility is also a felony.
Violation of these laws is a Class D felony. A conviction could lead to between one and five years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000. Once you are a convicted felon, you lose your gun ownership rights unless you obtain a pardon.
However, an Accelerated Rehabilitation program, often called “gun AR,” is available to first offenders who are charged with nonviolent gun crimes. When a Greenwich attorney demonstrates that you are unlikely to reoffend or violate ammunition regulations in the future, the judge could recommend the suspension of the prosecution. The charges will be dismissed and you avoid a felony conviction if you successfully complete a two year probationary period.
Reach Out to Our Attorneys for Effective Defense Against Greenwich Firearms and Ammunition Charges
If you are charged with a crime involving ammunition for guns in Greenwich, contact us at Mark Sherman Law. We use our deep knowledge and years of legal experience to aggressively defend citizens charged with gun crimes while protecting your Second Amendment rights.
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