Weapons & Firearms

Michigan Weapons, Firearm, and Gun Crimes Defense Attorney

Attorney Christopher Brown — Former Police Officer, Now Your Advocate

Call Today: (248) 468-1468 | Serving Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Washtenaw, & St. Clair Counties

Are you being investigated or charged with a misdemeanor or felony crime involving a firearm or assault? Attorney Christopher Brown has successfully defended clients in firearm and assault cases throughout Metro Detroit, including Shelby Township, Macomb Township, Utica, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, Harrison Township, St. Clair Shores, New Baltimore, Warren, Chesterfield Township, and Romeo.

As a former police officer, Attorney Brown has firsthand knowledge of how firearm and assault investigations are conducted. He knows how officers are trained to collect evidence, question suspects, and build cases—and uses that insight to anticipate and dismantle the prosecution’s strategy.

Michigan Firearm and Weapon Crimes

Michigan law contains a wide array of statutes regulating firearm ownership, possession, and use. A weapon or firearm involved in an altercation may also elevate charges to serious misdemeanor or felony assault offenses. Assault and domestic violence charges involving firearms are among the most common in Michigan.

All crimes punishable by more than one year in prison are considered felonies.

Assault Crimes, Road Rage with Weapons or Firearms

As of January 2024, about 7.6% of Michigan residents hold a Concealed Pistol License (CPL), with over 100,000 new CPL applications each year. Deciding to use or even display a firearm in a tense moment can have devastating legal consequences.

An assault can occur by putting another person in fear of being attacked—no physical contact is required. If a weapon or firearm is involved, the charge may be enhanced to a felony such as:

• Assault with a Deadly Weapon
• Assault with Intent to Do Great Bodily Harm
• Assault with Intent to Murder

Even if no one was physically harmed, brandishing or using a firearm to create fear can result in serious felony charges. In Michigan, everyday objects such as a vehicle or tool may qualify as a ‘dangerous weapon’ if used in a threatening way.

When firearms are used or displayed during a road-rage incident, additional felony charges such as brandishing or assault with a deadly weapon often follow. Because a vehicle offers opportunities to escape or call for help, using a gun from within a vehicle is not protected under the same self-defense laws that apply in one’s home.

Law enforcement will carefully evaluate factors such as whether you could have retreated, called 911, or avoided escalation. Attorney Brown’s experience as a former police officer allows him to challenge these assumptions effectively and identify when law enforcement oversteps or misinterprets events.

Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony

Michigan law makes it a separate felony—called ‘Felony Firearm’—to possess or carry a gun while committing or attempting to commit another felony. This offense carries a mandatory two-year prison sentence that must be served consecutively to any sentence for the underlying crime.

A firearm does not need to be in your hand to trigger this charge; having one nearby or under your control may be enough. Attorney Brown frequently defends clients accused of felony firearm charges by exposing weak evidence of possession or intent.

Loss of Firearm Rights After a Conviction

Attorney Brown strongly supports responsible gun ownership and Second Amendment rights. However, gun rights can be lost temporarily or permanently upon conviction of certain crimes. Any felony conviction results in a total loss of firearm rights under Michigan and federal law. Even some misdemeanors—such as domestic violence or assault—can suspend your right to own or possess a firearm for years.

A Concealed Pistol License (CPL) may also be suspended or revoked following certain convictions, typically for three or eight years depending on the offense.

Weapons in Possession at Metro Airport Checkpoints

Every year, travelers are arrested at Detroit Metro Airport for unintentionally carrying firearms, knives, or other prohibited items through TSA checkpoints. Even when the violation is accidental, it can result in criminal misdemeanor charges.

If you are charged with a Metro Airport checkpoint violation, Attorney Brown can often handle the case without requiring your court appearance—especially for out-of-state clients—and has a proven record of getting such charges dismissed.

Defending Firearm and Weapon Charges

Attorney Brown approaches every case by conducting a detailed investigation into the facts, police conduct, and evidence handling. In many cases, defenses include self-defense, lack of intent, or absence of proof that the weapon was actually used or possessed unlawfully.

Because he understands police procedure from the inside, Attorney Brown can identify when officers fail to follow proper protocol or exaggerate circumstances to justify an arrest or search.

We Fight to Protect Your Rights and Freedom

If you are facing any firearm or weapon-related charge—whether it’s assault, felony firearm, or a Metro Airport violation—Attorney Christopher Brown will fight to protect your rights, avoid a conviction, and keep you out of jail.

Call Today for a Free and Confidential Consultation: (248) 468-1468

Office Located in Troy, Michigan | Serving Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Washtenaw, and St. Clair Counties

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