”Discrimination & Hate Crimes - In recent years we see a trend of increased discrimination and hate crimes in areas related to gender equality, race relations, religion, immigration and more.
When Do You Contact
A Tampa Criminal Defense
Lawyer Regarding Discrimination or Hate Crimes?
Discrimination or Hate Crimes can be found to beboth felonies or misdemeanors in the State of Florida. Anyone charged with discrimination or hate crime in Tampa should seek immediate counsel with a Tampa criminal defense lawyer.
What are Hate Crimes?
Florida defines hate crimes as prejudice based on the race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, homeless status, or advanced age of the victim.
What is the penalty for Hate Crimes and Discrimination in Tampa?
Hate Crimes in Florida are classified as a felony, which means that the crime is punishable by more than one year in prison. Under federal hate crime legislation, bias-motivated violence is punishable by ten years to life in prison, and some bias-motivated crimes are punishable by the death penalty.
Tampa Criminal Defense Lawyers
Our Tampa criminal defense lawyers represent clients in both state and federal court on all criminal charges.
Free ConsultationShould I Hire a Tampa Criminal Defense Lawyer?
Florida’s penalties for Hate Crimes and Discrimination are severe and our Tampa criminal defense lawyers examine carefully every element of your case to provide you with the best possible defense at this difficult point in your life. Furthermore, defending Hate Crimes and Discrimination charges requires the understanding of complex defenses which are unique to these types of cases. Contacting a criminal defense attorney early on ensures you’re not missing out from defenses that may not be available later on down the line.
All cases vary and the defenses for each are unique to thier situation. it would be near impossible to list all the potential defenses to Hate Crimes and Discrimination, however below are some of the more popular defenses:
- Lack of intent;
- Free Speech;
Finding a Hate Crime or Discrimination Attorney In Tampa
If you have been charged with a Hate Crime or Discrimination and you're in need of legal help, contact a criminal defense lawyer at The Law Office of Mahmud Yennes. We will work hard on your case!
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