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.
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Fortunately, there are proven strategies for defending allegations of violent crime. Early intervention by a Panama City violent crimes 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.
If you have been charged, named as a "person of interest", or are wanted for questioning for a violent offense, call Shepard Law.
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