At Fletcher & Fletcher, we believe that when you’re charged with a crime, you deserve a lawyer who will support you – not judge you.
As criminal defense lawyers, we have spent our entire careers helping clients navigate the legal system to achieve the best possible outcome.
If you’ve been accused of murder in Clearwater, Florida, we are here for you.
For example, penalties for murder in Florida may increase is if a firearm is used while committing the crime.
Generally speaking, first-degree murder can be punishable by life in prison without the possibility of parole, or even the death penalty. Second- and third-degree murder are usually charged with between 25 years (without parole) and life in prison.
Manslaughter, when charged as a second-degree felony, can result to 15 years in prison, fines, a suspended driver’s license, community service, probation, etc.
Yet, even with such a judgment system, not all sentenced to death row are guilty of their crime and – unfortunately – some were found innocent after they had been incarcerated. Florida has a higher exoneration rate than any other state in the U.S., having released 30 individuals from death row.
In such cases, it is essential to receive competent legal representation from an expert criminal defense attorney like those at Fletcher & Fletcher. Our team strives to ensure your rights are protected throughout the entire process and we will offer our full support during each stage of your case.
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