Pistol bullets, handgun and handcuffs.If you were charged with possessing or discharging a weapon on school property in South Florida, Rossen Law Firm is here to assist you with all your legal needs. 

We understand facing new criminal charges on your own can be incredibly difficult, but rest assured that the expert weapons crimes attorneys at Rossen Law Firm are here to help empower you to make the best decisions for yourself and your case.

What is a Possessing or Discharging a Weapon on School Property Crime?

Florida law prohibits a person who trespasses on school property from possessing a firearm and discharging or shooting it. School property includes any elementary or secondary school building/facility, any school, college, or professional athletic event not related to firearms, or any college or university facility.

The crime of possessing or discharging a weapon on school property is defined in Florida Statute 790.155 and states that this crime is when a person with any type of weapon (word, firearm, destructive device, even razor blade, box cutter, or common pocket knife) except as authorized in support of school-sanctioned activities, in the presence of other people – in a rude, careless, angry, or threatening manner and not in lawful self-defense – at a school-sponsored event or on the grounds or facilities of any school.

As an Fort Lauderdale attorney can further explain, the crime also applies on school busses, at a school bus stop, or within 1,000 feet of a school during school or school activity hours. 

CONSEQUENCES OF POSSESSING OR DISCHARGING A WEAPON ON SCHOOL PROPERTY IN FORT LAUDERDALE

Possessing or discharging a weapon on or near school property in South Florida is a second-degree felony and can mean up to 15 years in prison.

If you were charged or arrested for possessing or discharging a weapon on or near any kind of school property, it is imperative that you find an attorney right away. Due to the highly sensitive nature of these kinds of crimes, prosecutors will seek the toughest possible consequences for those charged with having or using a weapon on school property.

The weapons crime of a Possessing or Discharging a Weapon on School Property is a second-degree felony. A second-degree felony carries consequences of up to 15 years in prison and fines of up to $10,000. 

POSSESSING OR DISCHARGING A WEAPON ON SCHOOL PROPERTY CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY IN SOUTH FLORIDA

If you were arrested for possessing or discharging a weapon on school property in South Florida – it will be a tough battle, but we are ready to fight for your rights and freedom.

Rossen Law Firm has a lot of experience in relation to all types of weapons crime cases in Fort Lauderdale. We have mastered our defense strategies and deliver the greatest results for charges related to possessing or discharging a weapon on school property.

Contact our office today because we do not waste any time preparing the best strategic method to defeat your criminal charges. The second you choose us to represent you we begin working on our plan for your case immediately and work towards our goal of achieving the best outcome for your charge. 

Possessing or Discharging a Weapon on School Property Defenses 

  • Self-Defense: If the “force” that the accused used is considered to be reasonable or understandable to another individual who puts themselves in the same scenario as the accused is charged with the crime of discharging a firearm in public, the case of self-defense can be used as a valid argument against the charges. If another individual swung a gun at you in your direction and you were in fear of your life the defense of self-defense for the charge of possessing or discharging a weapon on school property can be used against criminal charges.
  • Lack of Knowledge: In order for an individual to be charged with the crime of possessing or discharging a weapon on school property, the State must prove that the accused had knowledge of the possession of the weapon. Without that proof, the defense of lack of knowledge can be used and serve as a defense to the crime of possessing or discharging a weapon on school property.

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If you were charged with possessing or discharging a weapon on school property, please understand it is our top priority to protect your rights and your future. We do so by providing you with personalized efforts and aggressive defense to fight your specific criminal charges. 

If you are interested in hiring us we offer FREE strategy sessions instead of consultations because we know you’d like to see the approach that will be used to win your case. 

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