Return of Property - Philly

[phillyfighter215]

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that there is my favorite firearm, we've had many good times together

[eagleclaw]

This is somewhat confusing. You said the case was dismissed. That means the charges were dropped. Expungement means one was found or pled guilty and petitioned the court to seal the guilty conviction from their criminal record. If the charges were dismissed you would not need an expungement.
In any event you may want to talk to an attorney for advice on the questionnaire and the procedure for the return of your guns

[GunLawyer001]

This is somewhat confusing. You said the case was dismissed. That means the charges were dropped. Expungement means one was found or pled guilty and petitioned the court to seal the guilty conviction from their criminal record. If the charges were dismissed you would not need an expungement.
In any event you may want to talk to an attorney for advice on the questionnaire and the procedure for the return of your guns

No, arrest records can be expunged, a lot more easily than conviction records.

[eagleclaw]

I guess I was wrong on that one.

[JenniferG]

My question about all of this is why didn't you talk to legal council? Philadelphia plays hardball when you don't play their game. Only a lawyer can help you with this because you do not have the legal experience to go against their gestapo tactics. This is the best advice that any of us can give.

[Connal]

My question about all of this is why didn't you talk to legal council? Philadelphia plays hardball when you don't play their game. Only a lawyer can help you with this because you do not have the legal experience to go against their gestapo tactics. This is the best advice that any of us can give.

That is exactly it.

What I would have responded when I was told not to "play hardball". I would have laughed, thanked them for their time, and had the attorny send a certified letter.

Is that the right course of action? Depends on who you ask. I'm not a lawyer, I don't even play one on TV. Best course, talk to a lawyer, get your guns back, and stay the hell away from Philly.

[streaker69]

That is exactly it.

What I would have responded when I was told not to "play hardball". I would have laughed, thanked them for their time, and had the attorny send a certified letter.

Is that the right course of action? Depends on who you ask. I'm not a lawyer, I don't even play one on TV. Best course, talk to a lawyer, get your guns back, and stay the hell away from Philly.

The problem is, Philly knows that they can play hardball with these guys because most people aren't going to spend $2500 in legal fees to get a $500 gun back from them.

[Bill67]

I stay out of Philly as much as possible, and this might get me juiced up enough to spend money on an Attorney just for the principle of it all. That being said, and I am NOT judging anyone, keeping out of any situation that may result in you being arrested is my best course of action.

[t1066]

The problem is, Philly knows that they can play hardball with these guys because most people aren't going to spend $2500 in legal fees to get a $500 gun back from them.

Though in this case, since the OP mentioned firearms, if it is 4-5, it may well be worth it.

OP, I'd go for consult with GunLawyer001, and see what your options are. Well worth the (in my opinion) reasonable price.

[mystikast]

I believe he got the arrest expunged. Second, I doubt he would be here posting if he had the money for an attorney or hiring an attorney is worth it. In all likelihood, the cost of the attorney is more than the firearms are worth.