Armed Criminal Action
If you or a loved one has been arrested and charged with armed criminal action, you may have a few questions. This kind of arrest typically happens when somebody is about to commit a crime while carrying a loaded weapon. It may involve being caught prior to another crime happening. The defendant may have intended to commit a certain crime, but was stopped for some reason. This charge can be a little controversial, because it’s kind of like being arrested for something you haven’t done yet.
What Exactly is an Armed Criminal Action Charge?
An armed criminal action is a bit of a ‘catch-all’ charge for any activity that might be going on prior to a crime. There are a few elements that have to be satisfied in order to find defendants guilty, and typical cases involve loaded firearms and an “intent” to commit a felony crime. If the definition seems like of broad and generalized, that’s because it is, a little bit. Defendants facing armed criminal action charges should definitely get in touch with experienced criminal defense attorneys as soon as possible. Listed below are the elements that need to be satisfied in order to find somebody guilty of an armed criminal action.
Elements of an Armed Criminal Action Case
- The accused had a firearm
- The accused knew that he or she was carrying the firearm.
- At the time the accused had the firearm, she or she intended to commit a felony crime.
- The firearm was loaded at the time.
- The accused knew the firearm was loaded.
Intent to Commit a Crime While Carrying a Loaded Weapon
At its roots, an armed criminal action is the intent to commit a crime while carrying a loaded weapon. Quite simply, if you’re packing heat and law enforcement officials think you’re about to commit a crime, this is the charge that you’re going to get slapped with. Understandably, you might be feeling pretty unfairly treated. After all, you didn’t even commit the “potential” crime that they’re saying you had intent to commit. For all they know, you had a change of heart, and you were never going to do whatever it is they thought you would do.
After an Armed Criminal Action Request in Mississippi
After any kind of arrest, you want to speak with a lawyer who has a proven case record. Your freedom and your future depend on it. There’s no sense in hoping that a busy and overburdened public defender will have the time necessary to devote to your case. They simply have too many cases to deal with and not enough time. It’s as simple as that. Depending upon a variety of different factor’s and the State’s case, it may be possible to get the charges reduced or thrown out all together.
Contact the experienced team at Coxwell & Associates, PLLC today if you’re facing an armed criminal action charge.
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