Robin Fuson, P.A. is a Tampa, FL criminal defense law firm devoted to defending people charged with a crime in Hillsborough County, Florida. As a former chief prosecutor who has handled thousands of cases, we bring a unique perspective to our clients. If you have been charged with a criminal offense, whether it’s a misdemeanor or a felony, it is critical that you realize your future is at stake. A criminal conviction will affect the rest of your life. When dealing with something that has such potential long-term consequences, you need representation that is both proactive and aggressive in the protection your legal rights. Let me protect your rights in a system I know.
Although misdemeanor charges may often be considered minor, if not aggressively defended they could still result in up to a year in jail, and can affect your future in a number of ways. Not only will you face potential jail time, but fines, other potential penalties and your criminal record will reflect your conviction; which can be a significant barrier to future employment. We can help with your misdemeanor cases including, but not limited to, Domestic Battery, Theft, Trespass, Battery, Sexual Offences, Prostitution, Burglary, Vandalism and Public Intoxication.
When the charge is a more serious felony, a conviction will carry serious consequences for the remainder of your life. If you have been charged with a felony, it is important to understand the different categories of felonies and the penalties associated with each.
3rd Degree Felonies are punishable by up to 5 years in prison and include, but are not limited to, Burglary, Battery on a Person over 65 years old, Battery on Law Enforcement Officer , Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Mischief (greater than $1000.00), Grand Theft (greater than $300.00 but less than $5000.00), sale or manufacturing of Marijuana, Driving While License Suspended (with Two Prior Offenses), Driving while License Suspended Habitual Traffic Offender, DUI 3rd conviction within 10 years of the 2nd conviction, etc…
2nd Degree Felonies are punishable by up to 15 years in prison. And include, but are not limited to certain forms of Homicide, Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon (No Intent to Kill), Burglary of Occupied Structure, Purchase of Cocaine, Sale of a Controlled Substance, DUI with Serious Bodily Injury, DUI Manslaughter, Fleeing to Elude, Aggravated Fleeing to Elude, Felony DUI 4th Offense or Subsequent Conviction, Unlawful Sexual Activity with a Minor, Lewd and Lascivious Conduct, Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, etc…
1st Degree Felonies are punishable by up to 30 years and in some instances Life in Prison. And include, but are also not limited to, Murder, Accomplice to Murder, Trafficking in Controlled Substances, Burglary with Assault and Battery, Kidnapping, Sexual Battery, Robbery with a Firearm, Child Molestation, Lewd or Lascivious Battery, Aggravated Child Abuse, Exploitation of the Elderly ($100,000.00 or more), etc...