Types of Violent Crime Cases We Defend
At Albert J. Sauline, III Attorney at Law, our violent crime attorney in Panama City, can help defend against the following:
- Aggravated assault
- Aggravated battery
- Domestic violence
- Robbery
- Involuntary manslaughter
- Voluntary manslaughter
- DUI manslaughter
- Vehicular homicide
- Resisting an officer with violence
- Kidnapping
- Aggravated stalking
- Child abuse
Penalties for Violent Crimes in Florida
In the state of Florida, if you are charged with a violent crime, you could be facing severe penalties. Some of these penalties include lengthy jail sentences, hefty fines, probation, and more. However, there are circumstances of your case that will determine the severity of the penalties you receive:
- Whether the offense is considered a misdemeanor or felony
- Criminal History
- The extent of the victim's injuries
- The victim's age
- And whether or not a weapon was involved
Florida's Mandatory Minimum Sentencing: The 10-20-Life Law
Under Florida's 10-20-Life law, mandatory minimum sentences will be imposed for violent felonies that involved firearms.
Examples of sentencing under 10-20-Life:
- If you produced a firearm during the commission of a certain type of felony, you will be ordered to serve at least a 10-year prison sentence.
- If you fired a firearm, you will be ordered to serve at least a 20-year prison sentence.
- If you shot someone, you will be ordered to serve a minimum of 25 years to life (regardless of whether the individual was killed or not).
In addition, this law also increased or established mandatory minimum sentencing for specific crimes involving law enforcement or seniors aged 65 or older. Offenses under this law must be served consecutively with other sentences rather than concurrently.
Why Choose Our Panama City Violent Crimes Defense Team?
- He Brings more than 20 years of Experience
- Exclusively Focused on Criminal Defense
- Former Prosecutor on Your Defense
- One-on-One Counsel Throughout
- Trial-Tested, Proven Advocacy
- Same-Day Returned Phone Calls
Contact Our Violent Crime Lawyer in Panama City Today
As someone who has formerly prosecuted felonies involving violence and firearms, Attorney Al Sauline brings valuable insider knowledge of how a prosecuting team works. This can help you even the playing field and give your case a unique advantage.
You can have peace of mind knowing that Attorney Sauline is committed to protecting your rights, no matter how challenging your charges may seem.
Contact Albert J. Sauline, III Attorney at Law, today to get started on your defense with our Panama City violent crime attorney.
