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Prohibited person possessing an unregistered firearm, plea in th...
Prohibited person possessing an unregistered firearm, plea in the Magistrates' Court
Firearm Offences
The Name of the Offence
Prohibited person possessing an unregistered firearm
Place of the event - Prohibited person possessing an unregistered firearm
Footscray
The court attended - Prohibited person possessing an unregistered firearm
Dandenong Magistrates' Court
Facts of the Case - Prohibited person possessing an unregistered firearm
Client was charged with 2 instances of possessing an imitation hand gun. He had removed the gun from his pants whilst inside a Subway restaurant. He was also charged with related assault charges. He has an extensive criminal history, including prior for similar type offending.
Results Achieved
Successful negotiations with the prosecutors resulted in all assault charges being withdrawn. He pleaded guilty to 2 charges of possessing a firearm. The Magistrate heard submissions in relation to an acquired brain injury he has, and the supports that were currently in place for him. He was ultimately persuaded to place him on a 12 month good behaviour bond, and to make a $100.00 contribution to the Court fund.
