A felony charge is frightening. If you are convicted, the penalties can be very harsh, with the possibility of lengthy incarceration in the state or federal prison system. You will also lose your right to vote, your right to sit on a jury and your ability to carry a gun. You may lose your license to drive, even if the crime was not related to operating a vehicle. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you can be deported no matter how long you have lived here. The stakes are very high. Get the defense you need and deserve. With the stakes this high, it is important to have an aggressive and knowledgeable defense lawyer who will leave no stone unturned in the search for the best defense strategy. At the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, criminal defense law firm of Leader, Leader & Zucker, PLLC our experienced south florida defense attorneys include former prosecutors and an experienced appeals attorney. We know how to defend your case to achieve the best possible results. Don’t delay-time is important. Contact our law firm at 954-523-2020 .
The penalties for a felony conviction in Florida are categorized by degree of severity. Capital felonies and life felonies can result in the death sentence or life imprisonment. First-degree felonies can carry a sentence of up to 30 years in state prison. Second-degree felonies can lead to a maximum of 15 years in prison. A third-degree felony conviction can result in a sentence of up to five years in prison. In addition to prison sentences, you can receive significant fines and other harsh conditions that the court may impose. It is also important to point out that certain felonies such as those classed as a sex crime including child pornography can result in you being placed on the sex offenders registry upon your release from prison. Being on the sex offenders registry you will be subjected to certain restrictions, these could be in relation to where you can live, where you are allowed to go or even things that you access on the internet. If you have been accused or charged with a crime, contact Leader, Leader & Zucker today.
The sooner you start working with an experienced felony defense lawyer, the better. Our attorneys can ensure that evidence is preserved and that the right witnesses are deposed. We can analyze your case to identify what we believe to be the best possible way to defend against the charges. We can file motions to dismiss the charges and/or to suppress evidence and other motions that may result in a lesser charge. We utilize our combined experience to help ensure that we achieve the best possible outcome of your particular case and/or situation. Contact us today. Call 954-523-2020
Leader, Leader & Zucker, PLLC was founded and is operated with the fundamental principles of innovation, skill, experience, knowledge, aggressiveness and, most importantly, personal attention to all of its clients.
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