Criminal possession of an unlicensed handgun in New York City is a serious crime. Criminal possession of a weapon is classified into three "degrees" or levels of seriousness; Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, Third Degree, and Fourth Degree. Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree is a Class C felony, Third Degree is a Class D felony, and Fourth Degree is a Class A misdemeanor. Many times the police search and arrest individuals without the requisite probable cause. This can give rise to the guns being suppressed as evidence and the charges dismissed. The Law Offices of NYC Defense Firm has experience in these three categories and I will fight aggressively for your rights.