Gainesville Weapon Crime Lawyers
40+ Years of Combined Experience
At the Law Offices of Edwards & Jones, our Gainesville weapon charge attorneys fight aggressively to protect our clients’ rights and achieve a favorable outcome in every case we take on. From your free initial consultation through the resolution of your case, we provide straightforward, honest legal counsel. You can remain confident that we are committed to resolving your case effectively.
Get started with your defense strategy right away – contact our experienced weapon crime attorneys at (352) 329-3632 now.
Types of Weapon Charges & Their Penalties
There are essentially two types of weapon charges in Florida. The first pertains to the unlawful possession of a gun. The second type involves the use of a firearm during a separate crime, like an assault or robbery.
According to Florida state law, it is a crime to possess a gun without a valid license. Carrying a gun in public without a license and concealed carry permit is charged as a felony, which can result in a five-year prison sentence and up to a $5,000 fine.
The penalties for weapons charges become even steeper when the weapon is used while committing another crime. Florida’s 10/20/life system imposes mandatory minimum prison sentences based on what part a gun played in the crime.
Per the minimum sentencing guidelines:
- Using a gun during the commission of a felony is penalized by a minimum of 10 years in jail
- Firing a weapon while committing the crime can result in 20 years imprisonment
- Shooting someone while committing a felony could lead to 25 years in prison or possibly a life sentence
Contact Our Gainesville Weapon Crime Lawyers Today
If you or a loved one has been charged with a gun crime, contact Law Offices of Edwards & Jones immediately. Our criminal defense attorneys have more than 40 years of combined experience handling these and other criminal cases. We are available around the clock to discuss your case and to answer all your questions about your charges.
Call the Law Offices of Edwards & Jones now at (352) 329-3632 to schedule a free consultation. We offer the convenience of same-day appointments.
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Reviews & Testimonials
At Law Offices of Edwards & Jones, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"He put his heart into that case."I first hired Thomas Edwards to defend me and my daughter in the early 1990s. He put his heart into that case. Of all the attorneys in the state of Florida, he would be the one I would call if the need for an attorney ever arose again.- Jan
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"Mr. Jones went beyond needed services as a lawyer to help me with my very in depth case."Mr. Jones went beyond needed services as a lawyer to help me with my very in depth case. Very helpful throughout the whole 6-7 month process. Not only did he get all my questions answered to the best of his abilities but also really showed compassion for my family & I during the case as well as after. 5 star lawyer, highly recommended. Thank you for all your hard work!- Jackie A.
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"I definitely would recommend this attorney to anyone needing one. He puts his heart in his work."I hired Christopher for situation I got myself in. He worked hard to get my case dropped. I definitely would recommend this attorney to anyone needing one. He puts his heart in his work.- Roy M.
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"Once we hired him he started work immediately and was able to get my son's case thrown out. We are very satisfied with his services."I hired Mr. Jones to represent my son. We had never had to hire a lawyer and I was anxious. Mr. Jones took the time to explain what was happening and it helped lessen my concerns. Once we hired him he started work immediately and was able to get my son's case thrown out. We are very satisfied with his services.- Robert H.
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Acquitted at trial Aggravated Battery on Pregnant victim
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Charges Dismissed Assault
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Charges Dismissed Attempted Murder First Degree Premeditated
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Charges Reduced To Misdemeanor Battery
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Acquitted at Trial of all charges. Battery
