Attorney Kirk Tarman Discusses Weapons Charges From A Criminal Defense Perspective
Have weapons-charge defenses changed? Not much, says San Bernardino criminal defense attorney Kirk Tarman—but the climate has. Heavy media coverage of mass shootings has made gun charges more polarizing. He observes that some prosecutors unfamiliar with firearms treat any gun possessor as dangerous, while others, gun enthusiasts themselves, resist prosecuting mere lawful possession.
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Answered by Kirk Tarman · San Bernardino County, CA
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Have weapons-charge defenses changed?
Not much, but the climate has—heavy coverage of mass shootings has made gun charges more polarizing to prosecute and defend.
Why does his county charge gun cases hard?
San Bernardino County now charges firearm cases aggressively, reflecting a tougher local posture on weapons.
What political pressure surrounds gun charges?
There's pressure on prosecutors to look tough on firearms, which can push charging decisions regardless of the individual facts.
What did the Bruen decision change?
The Supreme Court's Bruen decision reshaped the rules around concealed-carry permits, affecting how such cases are approached.
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