Florida criminal charge
Combination to usurp government in Florida
Combination to usurp government is a Felony of the Second Degree under Florida criminal law, defined by Fla. Stat. § 876.34. As a Felony of the Second Degree, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range Florida sets for that offense class. Florida sorts criminal offenses into felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses, each carrying its own penalty range.
Defined by Fla. Stat. § 876.34.
What is the penalty for combination to usurp government in Florida?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 15 years (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
| Fine | up to $10,000 (or up to double the pecuniary gain/loss (s. 775.083(1)(f)); statutes may authorize higher (s. 775.083(1)(g))) | discretionary | Fla. Stat. § 775.082 |
Applies to current (2025 Florida Statutes).
Common questions about combination to usurp government in Florida
Is combination to usurp government a felony or a misdemeanor in Florida?
Combination to usurp government is a Felony of the Second Degree in Florida under Fla. Stat. § 876.34.
What are the penalties for combination to usurp government in Florida?
As a Felony of the Second Degree, combination to usurp government carries up to 15 years (statutory maximum; the Criminal Punishment Code scoresheet (s. 921.0024) sets the lowest permissible sentence) of incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000 (statutory ceiling under s. 775.083; the alternatives in s. 775.083(1)(f)-(g) may exceed it) under Fla. Stat. § 775.082 (current (2025 Florida Statutes)).
Which Florida statute covers combination to usurp government?
Combination to usurp government is governed by Fla. Stat. § 876.34 (Combination to usurp government).
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This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.