Panama City Violent Crimes Lawyer

Representing Clients Facing Charges for Violent Offenses. Call us at (850) 215-5200!

Are you facing charges for violence-related crimes? If so, it is important that you seek legal counsel and representation! At Shepard Law, our Panama City violent crime attorneys have over 15 years of experience legally representing our clients. We have a proven track record of success handling over 6,000 cases.

The potential penalty faced for a conviction of a violent crime depend on many factors such as whether the alleged offense is a felony or misdemeanor; the criminal history of the accused; the extent of injury suffered by the victim; the victim's age; and the applicability of minimum mandatory prison sentences.

Examples of Penalties for Violent Crimes

An Aggravated Assault charge (Florida Statutes 784.021) is a third degree felony punishable by up to five years prison and a $5,000 fine. Aggravated Battery (Florida Statutes 784.045) is punishable by up to fifteen years prison and fines of $10,000, where Aggravated Battery with a Weapon (Florida Statutes 784.045 and 775.087) is a first degree felony carrying maximum penalties of thirty years of prison and $15,000 in fines. Offenses such as Aggravated Battery with a Firearm (Florida Statutes 784.045 and 775.087) and Burglary of a Dwelling with Battery (Florida Statutes 810.02) are felonies punishable by life. Murder (Florida Statute 782.04) carries a possible sentence of life in prison or even the death penalty.

Let a Former Prosecutor Fight for You

Fortunately, there are proven strategies for defending allegations of violent crime. Early intervention by a Panama City criminal defense attorney may make a difference in the outcome of your case. Mr. Shepard is a former prosecutor who has handled more than 6,000 criminal cases in the course of his career.