Accidental2012
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On March 2, 2012, I had an accidental discharge of my husband’s Glock 19 while attempting to clear it before taking it into Virginia Arms in Manassas. No one was hurt, and the only property damaged was our van. I had the firearm pointed in a safe direction (down), and it was truly an accident. The Manassas City Police department charged me with two violations of the Virginia Code, but the Commonwealth’s Attorney dropped one charge at my first court appearance on March 20th.
I am still charged with violation of Virginia Code 18.2-56-1, “Reckless handling of firearms; reckless handling while hunting”, a class 1 misdemeanor.
I have discussed this with attorney Dan Hawes, and he believes that my case is winnable. Unfortunately, I need assistance with coming up with his fees. Anyone wishing to help with my legal defense fund may send a contribution directly to Dan Hawes, PO Box 100, Broad Run, VA 20137-0100, please reference "Accidental2012". Many of you know other methods of contacting him and may do so to discuss this further.
Thank You!
On March 2, 2012, I had an accidental discharge of my husband’s Glock 19 while attempting to clear it before taking it into Virginia Arms in Manassas. No one was hurt, and the only property damaged was our van. I had the firearm pointed in a safe direction (down), and it was truly an accident. The Manassas City Police department charged me with two violations of the Virginia Code, but the Commonwealth’s Attorney dropped one charge at my first court appearance on March 20th.
I am still charged with violation of Virginia Code 18.2-56-1, “Reckless handling of firearms; reckless handling while hunting”, a class 1 misdemeanor.
I have discussed this with attorney Dan Hawes, and he believes that my case is winnable. Unfortunately, I need assistance with coming up with his fees. Anyone wishing to help with my legal defense fund may send a contribution directly to Dan Hawes, PO Box 100, Broad Run, VA 20137-0100, please reference "Accidental2012". Many of you know other methods of contacting him and may do so to discuss this further.
Thank You!
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