Criminal conspiracy cases can be very complicated, and it is unwise to try and mount a defense by yourself. Your best chance of obtaining a successful outcome that protects your freedom, finances, and personal and professional reputation is to work with a skilled criminal defense attorney who knows how to help you.
An Avalon Park conspiracy lawyer could interpret the charges, so you fully understand what you are up against. They could also work closely with you to develop a defense strategy that protects your rights.
Florida lawmakers address the crime of conspiracy in Florida Statutes § 777.04(3). A conspiracy occurs when someone makes an agreement with one or more other people to commit any type of crime. The crime does not actually have to occur, and the alleged conspirators do not have to have taken any definitive actions in pursuance of the alleged criminal plan; it only has to be planned. The conspiracy agreement can be express, such as when two individuals have a written document outlining their plans to rob a bank in a series of emails. Conspiracy agreements can also be implied, such as when two individuals talk about holding up at gunpoint the next person who walks past them. In that situation, the alleged conspirators could face conspiracy charges even if they never actually held anyone up at gunpoint or even had a gun in their possession at the time.
People can face conspiracy charges for any type of criminal offense. However, Florida courts are more likely to bring conspiracy charges for the most serious types of felony offenses. If the conspirators carry out the crime, they can also face charges for both the conspiracy and the underlying offense.
Under Florida law, for sentencing purposes, criminal conspiracy offenses are ranked one level below the ranking of the offense that the defendants allegedly conspired to commit. For instance, if two people kidnapped another person, they could face first-degree felony charges and a possible lifetime prison sentence if convicted of kidnapping. They could also face second-degree conspiracy to commit kidnapping charges, which could bring up to 15 years in prison.
Knowledgeable Avalon Park lawyers could meet with you to explain the potential legal consequences that you could face as a result of the conspiracy charges. Our legal team is familiar with the law and has developed strong working relationships with area prosecutors. They could work hard to get you the best possible outcome. If you cannot receive a dismissal of the charges or an acquittal, our legal team could use their skills to negotiate for a plea bargain or agreement that reduces the charges or potential penalties.
There are several defense strategies that experienced Avalon Park attorneys have successfully used to defend against conspiracy charges. Some potential defense strategies include the following:
No criminal conspiracy case is exactly the same. Our dedicated legal team could take the time to get to know you and every detail about your case. Depending on the facts of an individual situation, our legal professionals could work on a unique defense strategy that is tailored to fit your individual needs and the facts of your case.
Conspiracy charges are different from many other criminal charges, and do not require any overt act to have occurred. An experienced legal team could investigate the charges and work closely with you to develop a comprehensive defense strategy. Speak with an Avalon Park conspiracy lawyer from The Umansky Law Firm and request a free case evaluation.
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