Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Arson

I have a 16 yo daughter who accidently started a fire and is being charged with 2nd degree felony. The fire burnt down an old shed that was not worth no money. I understand she shouldn't have been even playing around with a lighter and she did do wrong but that is a serious charge. she has only been to a first appearance and was ordered secure detention for 21 days. I am wondering can they make this charge stick, what kind of time is she looking at? she has never been in trouble with the law. thankyou, Tonya


Asked on 9/05/07, 2:06 pm

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Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: Arson

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A 16 year old girl who starts a fire with a lighter that burns down a shed has committed a serious crime. What if the building had children playing or living in it? I do not know what evidence the State has, but they may very well might be able to prove their case. Because of her age, she will probably be tried as a juvenile and thus the sentence will not be lengthy if her attorneys present it right.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 9/13/07, 1:20 am


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