A conviction under 18 U.S.C. § 1956 carries up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $500,000 or twice the value of the property involved, whichever is greater. Section 1957 generally carries up to 10 years in prison and has separate fine provisions. The applicable statute, number of counts, and facts of the case affect sentencing.

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Contact a New York gun possession defense lawyer with experience handling firearms found in shared spaces. Matthew Cohan and his team examine access to the area, the firearm’s location, statements, and the search itself. They assess the evidence of possession and any legal presumptions prosecutors rely on to connect you to the gun.