Fort Lauderdale Criminal Law Firm
Since 1972, Glenn R. Roderman, P.A. has been practicing in Fort Lauderdale. The firm provides defense for clients facing a range of criminal charges:
- Federal crimes
- State crimes
- Felonies
- Misdemeanors
All lawyers at the firm have experience in both prosecution and private criminal practice. This exposure to both sides of the aisle means that clients can expect straightforward legal advice on critical issues, such as whether to accept a plea bargain or to go to trial. While the decisions are not always easy, attorneys at Glenn R. Roderman, P.A. use their legal knowledge and experience to guide you through the process and increase the likelihood of a successful outcome.
Felonies and misdemeanors
In the United States, crimes are separated into two major categories: felonies and misdemeanors.
Felonies involve more serious penalties with prison sentences lasting longer than one year. In Florida, felonies are divided into several categories according to the maximum punishment:
- Capital felony: Punishable by death
- Life felony: Term of imprisonment for life or a term not less than 30 years
- First degree: Term of imprisonment not exceeding 30 years
- Second degree: Term of imprisonment not exceeding 15 years
- Third degree: Term of imprisonment not exceeding five years
Misdemeanors are considered less serious offenses with punishments ranging from fines, probation, and/or up to one year incarceration in the county jail. Misdemeanors in Florida are divided into two categories with differing maximum penalties:
- First degree: Term of imprisonment not exceeding one year
- Second degree: Term of imprisonment not exceeding 60 days
The decision to file charges as a felony or a misdemeanor depends on many possible factors, including but not limited to prior convictions, the nature of the allegations, and the discretion of prosecutors. For more information about criminal laws, contact our criminal defense law firm in Fort Lauderdale.
State and Federal Crimes
If you are under investigation by any law enforcement agency, contact us immediately.
State and federal crimes differ on many more levels. It is important to know if you are suspected of a state crime or federal offense.
