Have You Been Charged with a Felony in Tampa, St. Pete, Clearwater, New Port Richey or Sarasota?
Criminal Charges and Classifications in Florida Understanding Your
Degree and Classification of Felony in Florida.
As Tampa Bay criminal defense trial lawyers, usually the first question a client will ask us is about their charges. Most people who have been arrested have no idea what their charges mean, what charges may be pending, and how that or other factors can effect the sentencing guidelines and outcome of their criminal case. It is always the best choice to sit down with a Tampa/St.Petersburg area criminal defense attorney who will provide you with a detailed explanation of what your felony charges mean, and how they could effect your future. If you've been arrested and charged with a felony in Tampa Bay, Florida, Florida law helps to clarify and to classify that charge by the jail time you can receive for the crime you are charged and convicted of. If your charge carries a prison term of more than one year, it is likely your charge is a felony.
Most Felonies in Florida will be Charged as a First, Second or Third Degree Felony.
Depending on the crime you have been charged with, it will likely be in the first, second or third degree. If you have been arrested or are being investigate for any of the following crimes in Tampa Bay, Florida it is important to discuss your charges with a Tampa criminal defense attorney regarding additional charges that could follow, and possible sentencing. Kelly McCabe and Joe Uccello are dedicated, tenacious and experienced trial lawyers, focused on protecting the rights and futures of those they defend.
Here are a Few Examples of Felonies according to Florida Law. The degree will depend on the specifics of your criminal case.
Violent Crimes
- Assault and aggravated assault Battery or
- Aggravated battery Sexual battery/rape
- Robbery
- Carjacking
- Murder and attempted murder
- Vehicular homicide Manslaughter
- Kidnapping
Non Violent Felonies Florida
- Weapons violations
- Certain drug crimes
- Felony DUI
- Theft Burglary Larceny
- Motor vehicle theft
- Arson Disorderly conduct
- Vandalism Fraud Stolen property, dealing in stolen property
- Forgery and counterfeiting
- Theft and Fraud
If you are arrested, charged and convicted of a felony charge in Tampa Bay Florida, the punishment could range anywhere between one year in prison or you could receive the death sentence. Your punishment for a felony will depend upon the degree and classification of the felony and other various factors. - Class 1 Felony in Florida - This is the most serious classification, which can result in a minimum life sentence in prison, without • If the authorities charge you with a 1st degree Capitol Felony, and you are convicted, you must be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole and a maximum penalty of death could be imposed.
- Class 2 Felony in Florida - This classification can result in life imprisonment, or a minimum of 20 years imprisonment.
- Class 3 Felony in Florida - A class 3 felony can result in imprisonment of 5-20 years.
- Class 4 Felony in Florida - A class 4 felony can result in imprisonment of 2-10 years.
- Class 5 Felony in Florida - A class 5 felony can result in imprisonment of up to 1-10 years in prison, or jail of up to 12 months.
- Class 6 Felony Florida - A class 6 Felony can result in a minimum prison sentence of one year.
Minimum sentences are part of the U.S. Penal code, but each state can impose additional imprisonment, fines or both.
Please read more: Florida felony sentencing guidelines.
If you need a criminal defense attorney in Tampa, St. Petersburg/Clearwater or in Pasco, Sarasota or Manatee County, contact Tampa Bay Criminal Defense Lawyers Kelly McCabe or Attorney Joe Uccello. For more information, visit :
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