my so was charged with ccw ( a 6in switchblade) how serious is this?
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my so was charged with ccw ( a 6in switchblade) how serious is this?
Asked on May 3, 2009 under Criminal Law, Ohio
Answers:
B. B., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Carrying a concealed weapon is at least a misdemeanor of the first degree, which is serious enough. The switchblade might also be considered a "ballistic knife" which would make it "dangerous ordinance" under the concealed weapons statute, which is a felony (possible sentence of a year or more in jail).
There are a number of things which can make a concealed weapons charge more serious, such as being part of a street gang.
This is certainly a very serious matter, and your son needs an attorney. If you need to find a lawyer, you can do that at http://attorneypages.com
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