DC has a number of areas, or zones, that have been declared Gun Free Zones. Those found guilty of possession of a firearm within these zones, or of committing a crime with the use of a gun in these areas, face double the penalties. That means that if convicted, a person could face twice the maximum prison time and/or twice the maximum amount of the fine. As an example, someone who is found guilty of illegally carrying a firearm in DC and who has been convicted of a felony, any felony, in the past would be facing up to 20 years in prison instead of 10 years and up to $20,000 in fines instead of $10,000.