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Possession of Firearm by Convicted Felon 3 year Mandatory Sentence Waived

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KA went to a gun range and tried out a few firearms. He liked one so much that he decided to purchase it. The background check revealed that he had been convicted of a crime in South Carolina 25 years ago. We were able to convince the prosecutor that KA did not know that he has been convicted and that he had not been in any trouble since. The prosecutor agreed to a very short probation sentence.

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At George Reres Law, our experienced Florida criminal defense attorneys will investigate all possible options for getting the charges dropped or reduced. You can count on us to listen to your side of the story, answer any questions you might have, and provide the honest advice you need to determine the best way to proceed. Call us at (954) 523-3811 or fill out our contact form to request a confidential consultation.

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BB had three separate felony cases pending, two violations of probation and a new case, selling drugs within 1,000 feet of a convenience store. BB was set up by an undercover detective who recorded BB selling him drugs inside a 711. The detective was relying on information from a confidential informant. We filed a motion to disclose the identity of the informant and the motion was granted. The detectives and the prosecutor refused to tell us who the informant was. He was facing close to 7 years in prison at the bottom of the sentencing guidelines, but we were able to negotiate a plea of time served and BB went home a free man.

Contact an Experienced Fort Lauderdale Defense Lawyer

At George Reres Law, our experienced Florida criminal defense attorneys will investigate all possible options for getting the charges dropped or reduced. You can count on us to listen to your side of the story, answer any questions you might have, and provide the honest advice you need to determine the best way to proceed. Call us at (954) 523-3811 or fill out our contact formto request a confidential consultation.

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In Florida, the value and/or type of the stolen property determines what charges a person will face. The theft of low-value items typically results in petit theft charges, while theft of property valued at $750 or more, or items that fall into certain protected categories, is considered grand theft.

Grand Theft of the Third Degree

Third-degree grand theft generally refers to property valued at $750 or more but less than $20,000. However, grand theft in the third degree can also apply to property valued between $100 and $750 if it was taken from in or around someone’s home.

There is no dollar amount required if the stolen property falls into one of the following categories:

  • Wills
  • Controlled substances
  • Firearms
  • Motor vehicles
  • Commercially farmed animals
  • Anhydrous ammonia
  • Property taken from a construction site
  • More than 2,000 individual pieces of citrus fruit
  • An installed fire extinguisher
  • Stop sign

Grand theft of the third degree is a felony that can carry a sentence of up to five years imprisonment and a fine not to exceed $5,000.

Grand Theft of the Second Degree

Grand theft of the second degree typically refers to property valued between $20,000 and $100,000. Other scenarios that can lead to this type of charge include:

  • Theft of emergency medical or law enforcement equipment with a value of $300 or more
  • Property valued between $5,000 and $20,000 stolen during a declared state of emergency or a riot
  • Cargo with a value of under $50,000 which has entered interstate or intrastate commerce

Grand theft of the second degree is a felony that carries a sentence of 15 years imprisonment and a fine not to exceed $10,000.

Grand Theft of the First Degree

Grand theft of the first degree is the most serious type of theft charge under Florida law. It requires the theft of property valued at $100,000 or more or one of the following:

  • Cargo valued at more than $50,000 which has entered interstate or intrastate commerce
  • Any grand theft that causes over $1,000 worth of property damage
  • A semitrailer deployed by a law enforcement officer
  • Any grand theft using a motor vehicle as an instrument of the crime (excluding the getaway car)

Additionally, any grand theft of the second degree that occurs during a declared state of emergency or riot can be upgraded to grand theft of the first degree if these conditions facilitated the theft.

Grand theft of the first degree is a felony that carries a sentence of up to 30 years imprisonment and a fine of up to $10,000.

Potential for Enhanced Penalties

Florida law provides enhanced penalties for repeat offenders. For a third offense, the maximum prison sentence doubles for a second- or third-degree grand theft. First-degree grand theft can then lead to a life sentence.

There are also enhanced penalties for grand theft involving a victim age 65 or older. Charges are upgraded, and a convicted person can be made to pay restitution to the victim and perform community service.

You may be facing additional charges if a firearm was used during the crime or if the victim was injured.

Building the Strongest Possible Defense

Whenever you are facing felony criminal charges related to robbery or theft, it is vital that you contact an experienced Florida criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Your attorney will listen to your side of the story, investigate the facts of your case, evaluate the evidence against you, and determine which defense might be applicable. For example, your attorney might argue that you had a good reason to believe you had a legal interest in the property and thus had no criminal intent. Or, you may be able to submit evidence showing that the value of the property is not high enough to support the charges against you.

George Reres Law is dedicated to helping Florida residents accused of serious crimes achieve the best possible result for their cases. Call us at (954) 523-3811 or fill out our contact form to request a confidential consultation.

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Our eighteen-year-old client. JM, is charged with First Degree Murder. We reviewed the video footage of JM’s alleged confession to detectives. JM requested to speak with his lawyer numerous times, but the detective continued to question him. We filed a motion to suppress JM’s statement and the motion was granted. JM has a much stronger defense when trial begins.

You Need a Proven Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Lawyer

If you or someone you love has been charged with murder, it’s vital that you contact us today for a confidential consultation. We can listen to your story, explain your options, and defend you at every stage of the criminal court process. Call us at (954) 523-3811 or fill out our contact form to get answers at no cost to you.

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DS was charged with Robbery with a Firearm. This charge carries a possible life sentence and a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in Prison. Through extensive investigation and depositions, we were able to convince the prosecutor that DS was pressured into committing the crime. We negotiated an excellent plea deal. DS pled and was sentenced to 1 year in the county jail and probation.

Call Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Lawyer for a Help

The prosecutor has to prove a number of factors in order to get a conviction in your case, including the value of the allegedly stolen property, your knowledge and intention of theft, and your willing participation in the crime. Our robbery and theft defense team knows how to challenge the evidence and charges against you at each step of the proceedings, working to get the case dismissed or the penalties reduced.

If you or someone you love has been charged with misdemeanor or felony theft, we can help. Call George Reres Law, P.A. at (954) 523-3811 or fill out our contact form to get answers at no cost to you.

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Dear Clients & Friends:

I have the great plassure of annoucing that George Reres Law, P.A. has merged with the Law Offices of H. Scott Hecker. Our expertise in Florida crimnal law will allow us to provide our clients with the experience and expertise they deserve.

We look forward to strengthening our relationship with clients as we begin this new venture.

We work for you—and only you. We advise you on the best course of action, protect you from making mistakes, and give you constant support as we work toward the best possible resolution to your case.

If you were arrested on criminal charges or have been accused of violating the terms of your probation, call us today at 954-543-1186 or fill out our contact form to set up your confidential consultation.