Unlike misdemeanor crimes which are considered to be less serious in nature, a felony crime, when convicted of it, is likely to land you in prison for a significant period of time or have you facing the death penalty. If you’ve been charged with a felony crime in Largo, FL and are looking to hire an aggressive Largo, FL felony lawyer who is qualified to defend you, contact Trevena, Pontrello and Associates.
How are felony crimes classified in Florida?
The State classifies felony crimes in one of five ways with each carrying its own set of penalties. Below we have provided you with a breakdown of how the State of Florida classifies felony crimes:
Felony of the First Degree
According to Florida Statute §775.082 and §775.083, when a person is convicted of a felony of the first degree, they may be punished by having to serve up to 30 years in prison and having to pay a fine of up to $10,000. Crimes that would be classified as felonies of the first degree include drug trafficking and aggravated battery on an officer.
Felony of the Second Degree
When a person is convicted of a felony of the second degree, they could be sentenced to a prison term of up to 15 years and having to pay a fine of up to $10,000. An example of a felony of the second-degree would be burglary of a dwelling.
Felony of the Third Degree
Crimes that are classified as a felony of the third degree carry a prison term of up to five years and a fine of up to $5,000. Third-degree felony crimes include aggravated assault or criminal mischief.
Capital Felony
Any person who is convicted of a capital felony may be punished by the death penalty or sentenced to life in prison and deemed ineligible for parole. First-degree murder is considered to be a capital felony.
Life Felony
A person convicted of a life felony is likely to be faced with life in prison along with having to pay a $15,000 fine. Depending on the circumstances surrounding the crime, a person who commits murder may also be charged with a life felony.
Important: The age at which a felony crime is committed also impacts how an individual is sentenced.
Looking for a Felony Law Firm in Largo, FL to Help you?
Let Trevena, Pontrello and Associates Serve as Your Legal Defense Team
If you have been charged with a felony crime in Largo, FL now is the time to retain legal aid. The FL felony lawyers at Trevena, Pontrello and Associates understand what it takes to fight criminal charges of this degree and are willing to put forth the time and effort needed to defend your rights and freedom. To connect with one of our skilled felony attorneys in Largo, FL now, contact us at 727-581-5813.
With its office based in Largo Florida, Trevena, Pontrello and Associates primarily practices in Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco County, and throughout the state of Florida.