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Firearm offenses

Florida law—under Chapter 790 and sentencing statutes in Chapter 775—defines various firearm-related offenses, including unlawful possession, carrying concealed weapons, and use of a weapon in a violent felony. These offenses carry severe mandatory minimum sentences under the “10‑20‑Life” statute, Florida Statute 775.087, and other penalty statutes such as 790.23 for felon-in-possession

Types of Firearm Offenses We Handle

  • Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Carrying a Concealed Firearm (if eligibility requirements not met)
  • Improper Exhibition of a Firearm
  • Shooting at, within or into a Vehicle/Building
  • Delinquent in Possession of a Firearm
  • Felon in Possession of a Firearm (3 year minimum/mandatory if actually on person)
  • Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
  • Armed Burglary
  • Armed Robbery

Mandatory Minimum Penalties

3 years

10 years

10 years

If the firearm is actually possessed on your person, rather than constructively possessed (such as being in a location you control like your car or home); or during a burglary of a conveyance

10 years

10 years

10 years

If a firearm is possessed during listed violent felonies

20 years

25 to life

25 to life

If the firearm is discharged during commission of the crime

25 to life

25 to life

25 to life

If discharge results in death or great bodily harm

potential defenses

  • Lack of knowledge or intent
  • Mistaken identity or weak evidence
  • Illegal stop, search, or seizure
  • Defects in warrant or law enforcement procedure
  • Entrapment 
  • Possession by another
  • Temporary possession 

why chose us?

24/7 Availability

  • Proven experience defending cases under 790.23, 775.087, and related statutes
  • Track record of reducing or eliminating firearm-based charges
  • Personalized representation throughout Florida—e.g., Orlando, St. Pete, Tampa, Osceola
  • 24/7 availability and individualized guidance during investigation and trial stages

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