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Five Ways Having A Felony Conviction On Your Record Could Impact Your Life

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Were you arrested and charged with a crime? It can be a deeply difficult and stressful experience to go through. That being said, you are far from alone. TechJury cites data showing that nearly 80 million Americans have a criminal record. Of course, not all of those people have felonies on their record. A felony is a serious crime—and a felony on your record is a big deal. Here, our Orlando criminal defense attorney highlights five ways that a felony could adversely impact your life.

  1. You Could Go to Jail 

A felony could mean the loss of your freedom. If you are convicted of a felony, you could face jail time. The length of your sentence will depend on the severity of the crime and the laws of the state in which you were convicted. In Florida, all felonies carry the possibility of at least one year in prison. 

  1. You Could Lose Out on Employment Opportunities 

A felony conviction on your record could make it difficult to find employment. Many employers conduct background checks on potential employees, and a felony conviction could disqualify you from consideration. 

  1. You Could Have a Hard time Asserting Custody/Visitation Rights 

If you have children and are going through a custody battle, having a felony conviction on your record could hurt your case. Judges take into consideration the best interests of the child, and a felony conviction could be seen as evidence that you are not fit to be a parent. 

  1. You Could Lose Your Right to Possess a Firearm 

Individuals convicted of a felony lose their right to possess a firearm. For people concerned with preserving their Second Amendment rights, this is an important matter. 

  1. You Could Face More Severe Penalties for Future Criminal Allegations 

If you are convicted of another crime in the future, having a felony conviction on your record could result in more severe penalties. Prosecutors are especially aggressive in pursuing charges against a convicted felon who is accused of another criminal offense.

Know Your Rights: Defending Felony Charges in Florida 

The best way to deal with a felony is to keep it off your record in the first place. Every person arrested and charged with a crime in Florida is presumed innocent until proven guilty. You have every right to defend yourself—and an experienced Orlando, FL defense attorney can help. A defense strategy should be personalized to meet your situation. It could mean fighting back hard against false charges or working toward a plea deal that keeps a felony off of your record. 

Consult With Our Orlando Felony Defense Attorney Today

At The Baez Law Firm, our Orlando felony criminal defense lawyer is a relentless, justice-driven advocate for clients. If you or your family member is facing a felony criminal charge, you need a top-rated attorney on your side. Call us now or send us a message online for your completely confidential initial consultation With a legal office in Orlando, we defend felony charges in Orange County, Seminole County, Lake County, and throughout all of Central Florida.

Source:

techjury.net/blog/criminal-record-statistics/

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