Murder

Highly Experienced Tampa Criminal Defense Attorney Committed to Upholding the Rights of Clients Facing Violent Crimes

If you have been charged with the intentional death of another, it is imperative that you contact an experienced and zealous attorney to stand up for your rights. There is no crime more intensely investigated and prosecuted than the crime of murder. When someone is killed, local and federal law enforcement agencies, in concert with the local prosecutor’s office, will stop at nothing to solve the crime. Law enforcement has very specialized departments that are highly trained and dedicated to homicide investigations, with the best and most advanced technology available to aid their efforts. When the government is focused on you as the suspect of this crime, you must take advantage of all the help you can get.

Tampa murder attorney Jason Mayberry has the experience and dedication to stand by you throughout this exceedingly challenging time. We will work tirelessly to uncover every stone to discover any evidence available to your benefit. No matter the stage of a murder investigation, the Tampa criminal defense attorneys at The Mayberry Law Firm are skilled at handling cases such as this and have what it takes to secure the best possible result in your case. Whether the case is at an investigatory” stage, benefitting from our attorneys providing evidence benefitting our client to law enforcement, or after charges have been filed through the discovery process and trial, our firm is experienced to aid you in this time of need.

First Degree Murder

First degree murder is the most serious homicide crime, and a conviction can result in the death penalty, depending upon the circumstances. First degree murder constitutes the unlawful and premeditated killing of a human being. Put more simply, if there was a plan to kill another person that was not borne out of an enraged, depraved mind, then this classification of murder is applicable.

Premeditation can be formed in an instant, and courts often find that the premeditation element can be met when there are mere moments of planning. Capital first degree murder can also be charged if there is an unlawful killing of a human being by a person who is engaged in the commission of a serious felony.

Second Degree Murder

Second degree murder is defined as the unlawful killing of a human being, resulting from an act imminently dangerous to another, committed with a depraved mind, and without premeditation to end the life of another. Second degree murder is a first degree life felony which is punishable by life imprisonment and a $15,000 fine. Notably, it’s also considered second degree murder when someone is during the commission of certain felonies, such as:

• Arson
• Aggravated stalking
• Burglary
• Carjacking
• Drug Trafficking
• Home-invasion robbery
• Kidnapping
• Robbery
• Sexual battery

Third Degree Murder

Third degree murder is the least serious degree of murder and is punishable as a second degree felony. Third degree murder involves the unlawful killing of a human being, when committed without an intent to result in death, by a person engaged in the commission of, or in the attempt to perpetrate, any felony other than those listed above.

Are you Facing Murder Charges in Tampa?

The Tampa criminal defense lawyers at The Mayberry Law Firm aggressively handle homicide cases, working toward the best possible outcome from the moment we get involved. If you are being investigated for a crime involving death or have been charged with murder, do not agree to speak to law enforcement or submit to a polygraph test. Your first step should be to contact the Tampa murder lawyers so we can handle all communications with law enforcement on your behalf. To learn more about our firm and how we can help you fight your case, call the Mayberry Law Firm today to set up a free consultation. You can reach us at 813-444-7435, or you can connect with us through our secure online contact form.