Gun cases turn on the details: where the firearm was, who had access to it, how it was found, and whether the stop and search were lawful.
PC 25400
Misdemeanor or felony
Carrying a concealed firearm on your person or in a vehicle without a valid license.
Exposure
Generally a misdemeanor, up to one year in county jail. It can be a felony in listed circumstances, such as a stolen firearm or a prohibited person, with 16 months, two, or three years.
PC 29800
Felony
Owning, buying, receiving, or possessing a firearm after a felony conviction or certain other disqualifying convictions.
Exposure
16 months, two, or three years.
PC 25850
Misdemeanor or felony
Carrying a loaded firearm on your person or in a vehicle in a public place or on a public street in an incorporated city.
Exposure
Generally a misdemeanor, up to one year in county jail. It can be a felony in listed circumstances, such as a stolen firearm, a prohibited person, or certain prior convictions.
The ranges above summarize the statutes as maximums and minimums, not predictions. Enhancements, prior convictions, and the specific facts can change them, and many cases resolve with diversion, reduced charges, or dismissal. This is general information, not legal advice, and no outcome is guaranteed. Statute links go to California Legislative Information.
other practice areas
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DUI, reckless driving, suspended license, hit and run, evading, vehicular manslaughter.
7 charges →
02
Domestic violence, assault with a deadly weapon, battery, criminal threats, attempted murder, murder.
9 charges →
03
Petty and grand theft, shoplifting, burglary, robbery, receiving stolen property, embezzlement, auto theft.
8 charges →
04
Possession, possession for sale, transportation and sales, paraphernalia.
4 charges →
05
Indecent exposure, solicitation, failure to register.
3 charges →
06
Vandalism, resisting arrest, probation violations, warrants, expungements.
5 charges →
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