QUESTION
Can I be convicted of a gun charge if I didn’t have a gun?
Asked on Feb 13th, 2016 on Criminal Law - Pennsylvania
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I was being arrested for possession of controlled substance after being frisked and handcuffed. I was taken to the precinct and charged with possession. The arresting officer left the precinct 10 minutes later before I was put in the holding cell. The officer returns claiming he found a gun in his squad car. I was charged with VUFA, possession of an illegal firearm and possession of controlled substance. I never had a gun. Can I be convicted of these charges based on this information?
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You can be charged and convicted if the judge nor jury believe the cop planted the gun in the car.
Answered on Mar 15th, 2016 at 6:51 PM
William R. Pelger, Attorney Munhall, Pennsylvania 412-461-1900