Offense: Criminal Threatening with a Deadly Weapon (DV)
Maximum Sentence: 5 years prison and a fine of $5,000.00 as well as a term of probation.
Synopsis: Client allegedly threatened harm to his wife during a heated argument over money and the children. Client had a valid concealed carry permit and was armed with a 9mm pistol. Client made innocuous threats about “hurting people in the house” if she didn’t leave. The alleged threats were made in conjunction with the client lifting up his jacket and displaying the firearm for the victim to see.
Result: Case was placed on deferred disposition and the case was dismissed a year later.
