As former Florida prosecutors, we’ve tried hundreds of cases and bring a rare insider’s perspective to every defense. We understand how cases are built on both sides, which helps us negotiate more effectively, positioning each case for the strongest possible outcome.
Teenagers and children commonly make decisions that they eventually regret. Whether it be something as simple as lying about whereabouts or skipping out on a homework assignment, these unfavorable choices have consequences. However, when your rash decision threatens the safety of others, law enforcement will get involved and see to it that you are held liable for your actions. No matter if you believed calling in a phony bomb threat would make for a solid prank, or you were pressured into doing it by a third party, law enforcement officials will see to it that you are punished accordingly. Protect your best interests by securing legal counsel from a seasoned attorney.
The Orlando juvenile bomb hoax defense lawyers at The Umansky Law Firm are experienced juvenile defense attorneys who regularly represent juveniles. Although you may be underaged, state prosecutors will be relentless in making sure that you face criminal repercussions for calling in a false bomb threat. Our team of passionate attorneys is here to not only make you aware of your legal defense options but also serve as your representation throughout all legal proceedings.
Florida Statute § 790.163 states:
“It is unlawful for any person to make a false report, with intent to deceive, mislead, or otherwise misinform any person, concerning the placing or planting of any bomb, dynamite, other deadly explosive, or weapon of mass destruction as defined in s. 790.166, or concerning the use of firearms in a violent manner against a person or persons.”
Depending on the nature of the alleged crime, you may face either felony or misdemeanor charges. In some cases, prosecutors even push for underaged individuals to be charged as an adult which is highly unfavorable as the penalty threshold drastically increases. What many people fail to realize, however, is that there’s a high chance that they committed multiple offenses in the commission of a bomb hoax. Some of the most common include:
Each additional crime tacks on charges and increases the risk of you facing severe criminal penalties.
Making a false bomb report is a second-degree felony in Florida punishable by:
Law enforcement will have to do more than merely accuse you of committing the crime to get a conviction. In the U.S., the accused is innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Florida Statute § 790.164(1) states that the prosecution must prove the following four elements beyond a reasonable doubt to get a conviction:
Failure to prove any of these elements can result in charges being lessened or even dropped altogether. However, this is best accomplished with the help of an Orlando bomb hoax attorney with a wealth of experience defending juveniles facing severe criminal charges.
The Orlando juvenile bomb hoax defense lawyers at The Umansky Law Firm have over 100 years of combined experience. Our team consists of former state and local prosecutors who have a thorough understanding of how prosecutors will try a case and can use that knowledge to craft a resolute defense to all charges you face. Don’t allow one unfortunate decision to have a lasting effect on you and your loved ones. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.
The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Attorneys
The Umansky Law Firm Criminal Defense & Injury Attorneys
