Articles Posted in Mandatory Minimum

When a judge hands down a harsh prison sentence in a Florida court, the public frequently assumes it was their deliberate choice. However, in many high-stakes trafficking and serious drug cases throughout the Tampa Bay region, that simply isn’t true. Florida’s rigid mandatory minimum sentencing laws actively strip away judicial discretion, forcing judges to impose fixed, predetermined prison terms even when they believe a lesser penalty would be fairer.

When a judge hands down a harsh sentence, the public assumes it was their choice. In many Florida drug trafficking and serious state cases, that simply isn’t true. Florida’s rigid mandatory minimum laws require judges to impose specific, fixed prison sentences—regardless of mitigating factors or what the court believes is fair. Because the facts, evidence, and specific charges radically dictate your legal outcome, early defensive intervention is paramount. Read our full tactical guide or contact Tampa Bar Board Certified Criminal Trial Specialist W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr. at 813-222-2220 to evaluate your trial options today.

In this video we explain that when a judge hands down a harsh sentence under Florida Statute § 893.135 in a Florida drug court, the public frequently assumes it was their deliberate choice. In many high-stakes trafficking and serious drug cases throughout the Tampa Bay region, that simply isn’t true. Florida’s strict mandatory minimum sentencing…

Unpack the reality of Florida’s strict cocaine minimum mandatory laws. Discover how automatic, non-negotiable prison sentences are determined solely by weight thresholds—not intent—and how to fight back. Call Tampa Attorney W.F. “Casey” Ebsary Jr. at 813-222-2220 for 24/7 defense.

Trafficking in Illegal Drugs (4 to 14 Grams) – Florida Statute 893.135(1)(c) – Charge Code DRUG3912 Charged with Drug Trafficking in Florida? A conviction for Trafficking in Illegal Drugs (4 to 14 grams) under Florida Statute § 893.135(1)(c) DRUG3912 carries a mandatory minimum prison sentence of 3 years and a $50,000 fine — even if…

The Drug Remains Illegal absent a Compassionate Use Card issued upon recommendation of a doctor. With all the media attention on the ballot issue in November, people may still forget that Cannabis / Marijuana is still a violation of Chapter 893 of the Florida Statutes. Until the law changes, there is essentially no medical marijuana…