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Naples Gun and Weapons Charges Defense
Gun and weapons charges in Naples, Immokalee, Marco Island and the rest of Collier County are prosecuted in Florida's Twentieth Judicial Circuit, which also covers Charlotte, Glades, Hendry and Lee counties. Felony cases from Collier County are heard at the Collier County Courthouse, 3315 Tamiami Trail East.
People arrested in the county are generally held at the Naples Jail, 3347 Tamiami Trail East. Under Florida Rule of Criminal Procedure 3.130, an arrested person must see a judge within 24 hours. A felon-in-possession charge alone can bring a 3-year minimum, so the circumstances of the search and the proof of possession should be examined early.
Chad Seibel is a former Florida prosecutor (Assistant State Attorney, Ninth Judicial Circuit, 2013–2016) who now defends people charged with serious felonies across Florida. His office is in Kissimmee, and consultations and meetings can be arranged in Naples by appointment.
Florida gun and weapons charges
Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon (§ 790.23, Fla. Stat.) — a second-degree felony. Under § 775.087, a 3-year mandatory minimum can apply when a firearm was possessed.
Using, displaying or carrying a concealed weapon or firearm while committing a felony (§ 790.07) — a third-degree felony for a weapon, a second-degree felony for a firearm.
10-20-Life (§ 775.087(2)(a)) — for listed felonies such as robbery, burglary, aggravated battery, sexual battery, kidnapping, carjacking, home-invasion robbery and drug trafficking: a 10-year minimum for actually possessing a firearm, 20 years if it was discharged, and 25 years to life if the discharge caused death or great bodily harm.
Related: Crimes with firearms · Aggravated assault and battery · Robbery · Home invasion · Carjacking · Stand your ground
Why early defense matters in a gun case
Many firearm cases turn on how the gun was found: a traffic stop, a search of a car or home, or a statement about who owned it. Whether the search was lawful and whether the State can prove you knowingly possessed the firearm are questions a lawyer can start investigating right away.
Posting bond in Collier County
The Collier County Sheriff's Office lists three ways to post bond: cash for the entire amount, a cashier's check for the entire amount, or a surety bond through a bonding company. Jail staff can provide bonding information at 239-252-9504.
Drug Court and Veterans Treatment Court in the Twentieth Circuit
The Twentieth Circuit runs a Felony Drug Court for adults with substance use problems and a Veterans Treatment Court for people with military service and serious mental health or substance use needs. The circuit says misdemeanor and felony charges are eligible for Veterans Treatment Court at the court's discretion, with a recommendation from the State Attorney's Office and an individual review of each case.
Looking up a Collier County case
The Collier County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller offers an Online Court Case Search covering civil, criminal, probate and traffic cases; public view does not require registration. For an inmate's court date, release date or bonding information, the Collier County Sheriff's Office directs callers to the Naples Jail Center at 239-252-9504. The Sheriff's Office also operates the Immokalee Jail Center, 302 Stockade Road.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Collier County gun cases heard?
At the Collier County Courthouse, 3315 Tamiami Trail E., Naples, in the Twentieth Judicial Circuit.
Can a lawyer from Kissimmee handle a Naples case?
Florida lawyers can practice in any Florida circuit court. Ask any lawyer how they will handle hearings and meetings in your county.
Are the 10-20-Life minimums automatic?
The minimums apply only when the firearm facts are charged and proven, or admitted in a plea. How the State charges those facts — and whether it can prove them — is often where the defense work begins.
Should I answer questions about where the gun came from?
No. You have the right to remain silent. Ask for a lawyer and stop answering questions.
Can a veteran charged with a gun offense in Collier County go to Veterans Treatment Court?
The circuit says felony charges are eligible at the court's discretion, with a State Attorney recommendation and individual review. It is worth raising early.
Call or text 407-846-8008 for a free, confidential consultation. Office: 517 W. Bryan St., Kissimmee, FL 34741 · Office line 407-530-4920. Consultations and meetings available throughout Florida by appointment.