The Morris Law Firm can help and has specific knowledge and experience in Firearm / Weapons defense. Melinda Morris, managing partner of The Morris Law Firm, was a State Attorney, and was responsible for prosecuting a range of very serious Firearm / Weapon Offenses from investigation through trial. As well, Ms. Morris received special training on prosecuting Firearm / Weapon cases from the State of Florida. This inside knowledge is of critical importance and can benefit the defense of your case.
Florida’s 10-20-LIFE Law
The Florida Legislature passed sweeping legislation that provides for enhanced minimum mandatory prison terms for offenders who commit crimes with guns:
Mandates a minimum 10 year prison term for certain felonies, or attempted felonies, in which the offender possesses a firearm or destructive device.
Mandates a minimum 20 year prison term when the firearm is discharged.
Mandates a minimum 25 years to LIFE if someone is injured or killed.
Mandates a minimum 3 year prison term for possession of a firearm by a felon.
Mandates that the minimum prison term is to be served consecutively to any other term of imprisonment imposed.
The Morris Law Firm can defend you against various Firearm / Weapon Offenses including:
Use or possession of a weapon in a violent crime (including Domestic Violence)
YOU HAVE A VERY NARROW WINDOW OF TIME BETWEEN WHEN YOU ARE ARRESTED AND WHEN THE STATE ATTORNEY’S OFFICE MAKES A DECISION TO FILE A CRIMINAL CHARGE AGAINST YOU. HIRING AN ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY TO NEGOTIATE ON YOUR BEHALF WITH THE STATE ATTORNEY’S OFFICE GIVES YOU THE BEST CHANCE OF AVOIDING CRIMINAL CHARGES.
Act now to consult with a criminal defense attorney and find out how to best protect your rights and future opportunities. Firearm / Weapon Offenses consequences can be far reaching, including but not limited to: significant incarceration time; probation; negatively affecting your employment, military, or academic status; ineligibility to have your record sealed; and a possible lifetime ban on your right to own a firearm.
You May:
Face jail or prison time
Face probation and/or community control
Face fines
Mandatory forfeiture of the firearm or weapon
Be required to pay restitution
Be required to attend substance-abuse treatment
Be subject to random drug testing
Be required to perform community service
Have your employment or military service status negatively affected
The Morris Law firm is dedicated to defending Weapon/Firearm clients throughout Pinellas County and the entire Tampa Bay Area (St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Hillsborough, Pasco, Manatee, Sarasota, Polk).
