St. Petersburg Criminal Lawyer Blog

Constitutional protections and evidentiary boundaries often intersect in criminal cases in which a defendant seeks to justify conduct based on perceived rights. Courts must carefully distinguish between legally relevant evidence and generalized beliefs that do not bear directly on the elements of an offense. A recent Florida

Federal firearms charges in federal court carry harsh penalties, particularly when prosecutors allege that a weapon was used to further drug trafficking activity. A single evidentiary misstep can dramatically increase a defendant’s sentencing exposure, making strict compliance with trial rules essential. A recent

Numerous factors can impact sentences issued in firearm cases, including a defendant’s prior convictions. When defendants challenge the application of firearm prohibitions or enhanced penalties under the Armed Career Criminal Act, courts must balance recent decisions against binding precedent and strict standards of review. A recent