Tallahassee Violent Crime Information

If you are facing allegations or formal charges of a violent crime in the Tallahassee area, you should seriously consider getting the experienced and aggressive legal help from a Tallahassee violent crime attorney at Jansen and Davis. Any crime involving the use of force or threats of force constitutes a violent crime, which is generally prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. You may be looking at a lengthy prison sentence, hefty fines, extended probation, and a future as a convicted felon. Having skilled legal representation is imperative. Our firm has defended clients through the area on state and federal criminal charges involving a wide range of violent crimes; by contacting us you will be taking a proactive step in your criminal defense.

Practice Areas:  Violent Crimes

Listed below are various types of criminal offenses which are considered violent crimes. Clink on the associated links to find out more about each specific topic and practice area.

Armed Robbery
Any time a gun or weapon is used to steal the money or property of another individual, business, or financial institution, it is viewed as a crime of violence by law enforcement and the courts. Even the mere possession of a weapon on your person at the time you committed the robbery may result in armed robbery charges. Read more about armed robbery.

Arson
When you knowingly and willfully damage property through the setting of a fire or an explosion, you can be charged with arson. Arson is a serious felony which is punished harshly upon a conviction. In the cases where arson results in the injury or fatality of others, the penalties are even more severe. Read more about arson.

Assault & Battery
When you threaten to harm another physically or actually carry through with that bodily harm, you can be charged with both assault and battery. If a weapon is involved in the commission of these crimes, the charges may be elevated and the penalties more severe. Read more about assault & battery.

Carjacking
The crime of carjacking is aggressively prosecuted because it involves threats of or actual violence perpetrated on the owners and passengers in vehicles. Carjacking usually involves the use of weapons. If you have been accused of this crime, you need a strong defense. Read more about carjacking.

Child Abuse
Child abuse is committed when any type of intentional physical or emotional injury is committed against a child. Crimes against children are taken very seriously by the courts and will be rigorously prosecuted. You should contact a Tallahassee violent crime lawyer from our legal team immediately if you have been charged with child abuse of any kind. Read more about child abuse.

Hate Crimes
Hate crimes are generally charged as felonies that are aggressively prosecuted in the courts. These types of crimes are acts of violence directed at an ethnic, religious, political, or other social groups. They may involve actual violence or threats of violence against individuals, churches, and more. Read more about hate crimes.

Kidnapping
Kidnapping is generally a felony which involves abducting a child or another person against their will and using force. If convicted of kidnapping, you face extremely severe penalties, including life in prison. Having an experienced Tallahassee violent crime attorney in your corner as soon as possible is vitally important. Read more about kidnapping.

Manslaughter
Manslaughter means that you have taken the life of another person. It differs from murder in that it is not a premeditated crime. It is still a very serious crime for which you could spend years in prison, depending on the circumstances. Several types of manslaughter exist. Click here to read more about manslaughter.

Murder
Murder involves killing another person with premeditation and is generally viewed as the most serious criminal charge you can face. Various degrees of murder charges exist, based on the facts and circumstances of the case. All murder charges demand the aggressive and dedicated legal representation of a Tallahassee violent crime lawyer from our firm. Read more about murder.

Terrorism Charges
Since 9/11, anyone accused of terrorism faces aggressive legal measures which will be taken against them by prosecutors pushing for maximum penalties. Lengthy prison sentences, life in prison, and even the death penalty may result from a terrorism conviction. Click here to read more about terrorism charges.

Vehicular Manslaughter
If you are unfortunate enough to have taken the life of another person while driving in a reckless or careless manner, you can be charged with vehicular manslaughter. A conviction of this crime can have life-changing consequences, including a future as a convicted felon. To help you minimize the harsh legal consequences you may be facing, you need aggressive legal help. Read more about vehicular manslaughter.

Criminal Process
In any violent crime investigation and resulting charges, you will undergo a criminal process which may have many different stages. You should understand what to expect at every phase and learn why you need the benefit and advantage of an experienced criminal defense attorney. Read more about the criminal process.

Contact a Tallahassee violent crime attorney from our legal for immediate legal representation!