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Facing a Weapons Charge? Don't Make a Move without Reading This...

Posted by Scott Markowitz | Mar 10, 2026 | 0 Comments

🔫⚖️ Texas loves its guns — but that doesn't mean weapon charges don't happen. In fact, they happen ALL the time, often to people who thought they were doing everything right. Here's what you need to know. 👇

Common Weapons Charges in Texas 🤔

You might be surprised how quickly a legal firearm situation can turn into a criminal charge:

🔫 Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon (UCW) — Carrying in a prohibited place or without meeting Texas's carry requirements 👤 Felon in Possession — A prior felony conviction can make firearm possession a serious federal or state offense 💥 Deadly Conduct — Recklessly handling a weapon in a way that puts others at risk 🚗 Weapons in a Vehicle — Rules around storing and carrying firearms in cars are more complex than most people realize

What Are the Penalties? 😬

⚠️ UCW — Class A Misdemeanor up to a 3rd Degree Felony (2–10 years in prison) ⚠️ Felon in Possession — Up to 2 years state jail OR federal charges with up to 10 years ⚠️ Deadly Conduct with a firearm — 3rd Degree Felony, up to 10 years in prison ⚠️ Federal weapons charges — Can carry mandatory minimum sentences with NO wiggle room

Weapons charges are NOT something to take lightly — or handle alone.

Your Rights Still Matter. 💪

Being charged is NOT the same as being convicted. A strong defense can challenge:

✅ Whether the search and seizure was legal ✅ Whether you actually had possession or knowledge of the weapon ✅ Whether the charge was properly classified ✅ Whether your 2nd Amendment rights were violated

This Is One Charge Where You Need a Lawyer — Fast. 📞

Weapons charges can mean prison time, loss of your right to own a firearm, and a felony on your record for life. The sooner you get an attorney involved, the better your chances of protecting your future.

👉 Call us today for a free consultation. Your rights are worth defending.

About the Author

Scott Markowitz

Scott Markowitz is a 2nd generation attorney, graduate of the University of Texas and the University of Houston Law School. He is a Texas Gulf Coast native and established the Markowitz Law Firm in 1994. "Empathetic and tenacious" is how some describe Scott. Those qualities coupled with his robu...

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