Experienced Florida Gun Crimes Defense Lawyer
Anyone accused of a firearms charge in Florida should consult a criminal defense attorney. All gun crimes are serious, and most carry at least a three-year mandatory minimum prison sentence.
I believe it is crucial for you to fully understand the charges against you and the penalties you could face. Florida firearms laws are strict, and they give heavy weight to the circumstances of your crime. The exact charge — and exactly what happened — can be the difference between conviction and acquittal, or between a three-year sentence and life in prison.
Mandatory Prison Sentences Make Experienced Defense Essential
The basic sentencing structure for felony gun crimes is "10/20/Life." This means a mandatory 10-year prison sentence if convicted of gun possession during a felony, 20 years if the gun was fired and 25 years to life if anyone was injured.
In addition, any allegation involving a gun can enhance other charges. If you are accused of gun theft during a burglary, for example, you can be charged with armed burglary. Other charges I am well equipped to handle include:
- Aggravated battery with a firearm
- Attempted murder or manslaughter
- Burglary with a firearm, or armed robbery
- Carrying a concealed firearm
- Possession by a convicted felon
- Violations of probation
Were your constitutional rights violated during your arrest?
I will investigate how police obtained the firearm and whether prosecutors can prove you were in possession of it. My defense experience includes acquittals obtained because authorities used "constructive possession" to tie my client to evidence.
As a board-certified criminal trial attorney, I have the specific case knowledge to mount an aggressive defense for you. As a former prosecutor, I understand what it can take to convict — and what defense strategies work best with juries. I will investigate every aspect of your arrest, determine if the firearm could actually have been fired and exhaust all other legal avenues on your behalf.
Generally speaking, state attorneys in Central Florida, including Brevard, Volusia, Seminole, Orange and Indian River County, are especially unwilling to negotiate or offer generous "deals" on gun crimes. This makes it even more important for you to know your rights and work with a dedicated, experienced attorney.
Please call 321-622-2810 or 866-539-9537 to contact me, Ronald L. Ecker II, to discuss your case. The initial consultation will be free of charge.
