Florida Murder Defense Attorney

Murder charges in Florida

Murder charges are as followed:

• First Degree Murder – upon convection the person shall be sentenced to life without parole or receive the death penalty. These are the only two possible sentences.
• Second Degree Murder – upon convection the person will be facing a maximum of life in prison, with no opportunity for parole. If a firearm was used then the 10-20-LIFE law comes into play. It provides a mandatory sentence of 25 years to life in prison for Second Degree Murder, and even if a gun was not used, the judge can sentence anyone, even someone without a prior record, to the maximum.
• Manslaughter – upon convection the person can face a maximum sentence of fifteen years, unless the victim is a child or elderly adult, or a deadly weapon or firearm was used, in which case the maximum sentence is thirty years in prison. If it charge was Vehicular Homicide and DUI Manslaughter the person will still be subject to a stiff prison sentence

The charge of murder is intricate and complicated. This is why it is imperative that you find an experienced defense attorney to fight your case in court. No matter what the charges are or the possible consequence PJ Mitchel of Mitchell and West can help you.

If you are under investigation or have been arrested and charged, contact PJ Mitchell and he will be available to speak with you regarding your situation. He will discuss what options you have, what will happen next and help you find the best possible defense to aid in the best feasible outcome. You can call our office at (305) 447-1333 or reach us by completing the form below or by sending an e-mail. He will fight for your rights!