Firearms and Weapon Offenses - Defense in Florida

Firearms and weapons charges are among the offenses that the Florida Legislature take most seriously and their punishment is extremely severe. A defendant may be subject to mandatory minimum prison sentence pursuant to the notorious 10/20/Life. The punishment is usually more severe if the person has a prior criminal record, especially a felony conviction.

10/20/Life Statue:

"When a firearm is used in the commission of a crime, the crime may be enhanced to a higher-level degree felony, and the possible punishment may be greatly increased. Under the 10/20/life statute, if a person is convicted of one of the crimes listed in the statute and a firearm was used, they could face a minimum mandatory sentence of:

• Ten years if they carried a firearm
• Twenty years if the firearm was discharged during the crime
• Twenty-five years to life, if any person was seriously injured or died as the result of a discharge from the firearm during the crime.

A minimum mandatory sentence requires the convicted person to serve the entire sentence day for day, and they are not eligible for any form of early release.”

We defend all type of firearms and weapon charges from improper exhibition of a weapon to First Degree murder. Our criminal defense attorneys take a close inspection on how the police collected and preserved evidence in all our criminal cases. We will inquire whether there was an unlawful search and seizure, whether the police preserved items for fingerprints or in some cases for gun powder residue, and if they did not we would want to know why not.

Additionally, we thoroughly inquire in the background and possible alternative motives that any witness or a alleged victim may have in accusing our clients with a crime, and we are not shy about exposing this to a jury or judge.

If you or some you know is charged with a firearm or weapon offense contact our criminal defense attorneys immediately. Our early intervention is crucial for the outcome of the case. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 407-245-1232. You can also fill out our online form or e-mail us and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We value your privacy and will keep any information strictly confidential. And remember, your first appointment is free of charge.