Bribery Defense
Under Florida law, bribery is defined as offering, promising or agreeing to the exchange of money, services or goods for the purpose of influencing a public official’s performance of his or her duty. For example, a driver may attempt to bribe a police officer to get out of a speeding ticket. A construction company owner may attempt to bribe a public official to ensure that he or she is given a certain government project. Bribery may relate to a public official, a peace officer, a judge, a juror or even a sports official.
Have you been accused of offering, agreeing to or accepting a bribe? You need immediate legal representation. By consulting a Florida criminal defense lawyer at Musca Law, you can find out what you’re up against and what is required at this point to positively impact the outcome of your case. Bribery is a serious charge and may not only result in serious criminal penalties but irreparable damage to your reputation and your professional relationships. The right attorney can fight to protect your interests to the full extent of the law.
Bribery Charges in Florida
Bribery of a public official is classified as a second degree felony in Florida. This particular type of offense is punishable by up to 15 years in state prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000.
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To be convicted of bribery, the actual exchange of money or the performance of the public act need not have taken place in order for the prosecution to obtain a conviction. The attempt or offer alone may be enough to result in bribery charges and a conviction. This is one of the many reasons it is so important that you work with a Florida bribery defense attorney if you have been accused of this serious offense.
Contact Musca law today to talk to an attorney about your Florida bribery charges.
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