Florida Homicide Defense Lawyer

Defending You in Jacksonville, Ocala, Gainesville & Lake City

When you are facing criminal charges, you need competent and reliable legal representation. Regardless of whether you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges, it is important to involve an experienced lawyer as early on as possible. When the charges involve life-threatening injuries or end in a fatality, an attorney can provide the legal guidance you need throughout your case and fight for the best possible outcome on your behalf.  

Contact us at(904) 507-6194 for a consultation with our Jacksonville homicide defense lawyer.

Types of Homicide

Homicide is a broad term that refers to any action (or failure to act) that results in the death of another person.

There are several different types of homicide, each carrying its own unique set of facts, motivations, circumstances, and potential penalties. Regardless of the specific charge you face, you need a defense lawyer who knows how to handle the complex leg​​al aspects of your case as well as the sensitive and emotional issues that often arise in these situations. You need the criminal defense team at Monroe & King, P.A.

Examples of Homicide Charges in Florida

Our lawyers handle all types of Florida homicide charges, including, but not limited to:

• Murder: This is the most serious type of homicide charge. First-degree murder is the planned and premeditated killing of another person. Second-degree murder is non-premeditated reckless disregard for human life (e.g. the accidental death of a person during the commission of a felony).
• Manslaughter: Manslaughter is the killing of another person without malice aforethought. In other words, there was no intention to cause harm. In voluntary manslaughter a person causes the death under circumstances that if the person lived but was seriously injured, the person would be justified in using deadly self-defense.
• Aggravated Assault Resulting in Death: If a person's actions in the heat of an argument lead to someone's unintentional death law enforcement has the authority to charge a person with aggravated assault resulting in death. However, it must be proven the offender knew it was very likely their actions could have led to a death.
• Aggravated Child Abuse Resulting in Death: In Florida, if a child dies after being relatively healthy and medical examination reveals abuse was the cause of death, the offender may be charged with aggravated child abuse resulting in death.
• DUI Manslaughter : When a driver commits vehicular manslaughter while operating a vehicle while under the influence, they can be charged with DUI manslaughter.
• Unintentional Crime: When someone commits an unintentional act during an unlawful felony that results in the death of another person, the offense can be called an unintentional crime resulting in a death. Examples of this type of murder include arson, armed robbery, burglary, and carjacking.

Penalties for Homicide

The potential penalties for a homicide conviction are severe; the state may even seek the death penalty in capital murder cases. With your future and your very life on the line, you need an experienced defense lawyer from Monroe & King, P.A on your side.

Penalties for first-, second-, and third-degree murder are as follows:

• Fifteen years to life in prison or life in prison without parole
• Up to a $10,000 fine

The penalties for manslaughter in Florida include:

• Fifteen years in prison
• Up to a $10,000 fine

Defending Against Homicide Charges in Florida

When you work with the Florida criminal defense team at Monroe Law, P.A., we can evaluate the evidence to determine how to reduce your charges or have them dropped completely.

Some of our many strategies may involve:

• New evidence: We will investigate thoroughly to ensure every piece of evidence is collected, including untested DNA uncovered in the case file.
• Proving self-defense: This strategy goes hand in hand with uncovering new evidence in the case.
• Improper evidence search and seizure: If all evidence found against you was taken during an unreasonable search and seizure, it may be inadmissible.
• Insufficient evidence: You can also benefit from these charges being dropped if there is simply not enough evidence against you.
• No duty to intervene or warn of danger: In Florida, there is no specific legal requirement that a person has a duty to help or protect others from harm, including abused children.
• Castle Doctrine: If you cause the death of another person who has unlawfully entered your home against your wishes, you may be able to raise the question of self-defense.

Contact Us Today

When you work with our staff, your case will be handled with the care and attention it needs and you will get the personalized support and tailored legal strategy you deserve.

Contact our Florida homicide defense attorney at (904) 507-6194 to schedule an initial case consultation with our team. Our goal is to get you the best outcome possible.