Armed Robbery
Orlando Armed Robbery Lawyer
There are several different levels of robbery, the most serious of which is Armed Robbery. Florida Statute defines Robbery as the taking of money or property from another person with the intent to deprive that person of their money or property with the use of force, violence, assault or fear.
If in the course of committing the Robbery, it is alleged that you used a firearm, you will find that you have been charged with a first-degree felony. The immediate impact of this charge is that you will not be entitled to a bond following first appearance. If you or a loved one has been charged with an Armed Robbery, call us at 407-473-1233 so that we can begin work on seeking a bond.
Beyond this initial impact of being charged with a first-degree felony for which you are not initially entitled to bond, you must also be aware of the potential prison sentence that you or your loved one could be facing.
If in the course of committing the Robbery, it is alleged that you used a firearm, you will find that you have been charged with a first-degree felony. The immediate impact of this charge is that you will not be entitled to a bond following first appearance. If you or a loved one has been charged with an Armed Robbery, call us at 407-473-1233 so that we can begin work on seeking a bond.
Beyond this initial impact of being charged with a first-degree felony for which you are not initially entitled to bond, you must also be aware of the potential prison sentence that you or your loved one could be facing.
Minimum-Mandatory Penalties
Armed Robbery charges carry minimum-mandatory sentences. This means that if convicted, you or your loved one will be required to serve 100% of the sentence imposed by the Court.
- If a firearm was used in the commission of an Armed Robbery, there is a 10-year minimum mandatory sentence.
- If a firearm is fired in commission of an Armed Robbery, but no one is struck, there is a 20-year minimum-mandatory sentence.
- If a firearm is fired in the commission of an Armed Robbery and the victim is struck, there is a 30-year minimum-mandatory sentence.
Call to Speak to an Experienced Armed Robbery Defense Attorney
We have been successful in defending Armed Robbery clients get their charges reduced and even dismissed. Call today at 407-473-1233 to speak with Attorney Michael Zmijewski who will advise you of your rights. This call could mean the difference of a more lenient sentence or spending many years in State Prison.