Florida’s 10-20-life laws are strict for people convicted of a weapons charge. If you are convicted of possessing a firearm during the commission of a crime, then you are automatically facing at least 10 years in prison, even if you didn’t show or discharge the weapon.
If you discharge a firearm during the commission of a felony or shoot someone, then you may be facing mandatory 20-year to life sentence.
At the law office of R. Lane Lastinger, P.A., I practice exclusively in the area of criminal defense. I have spent more than 17 years working with clients in Pinellas County, Florida, and have handled cases from robbery to murder. I have built a reputation throughout the court system as being a well-prepared, highly informed and effective trial attorney.
When you have been charged with a felony in St. Petersburg or Pinellas County, call my office at 727.894.2692, toll free 877.782.7151 or contact me online to schedule a free initial consultation.
The Lawyer to Call When You Are Facing Felony Gun Charges
If you are convicted of actually possessing a gun, whether you fired it or not, during the commission of a crime, you will automatically face mandatory minimum sentencing. Even if you are caught stealing an iPod from an unattended parked car, but you’re caught with a gun in your pocket, you can suddenly be facing 10 years in prison.
I can help you seek to reduce the charges against you or argue your case in court, if accused of being in possession of a gun while committing a crime such as:
- Burglary
- Robbery
- Theft
- Assault
- Battery
- Sex Crimes
An Attorney You Can Rely On
I have spent more than 17 years practicing criminal defense in Pinellas County, Florida. By focusing on only one area of law, criminal defense, I have built strong relationships throughout the court system. I give every client the attention he or she deserves, and seek every opportunity to achieve the best possible result in a criminal case.
To schedule a free initial consultation, contact me today.
