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Definition: Wantonly or maliciously shooting at, within, or into a public or private building, occupied or not, or a public place. A second-degree felony punishable by up to 15 years. If occupied, enhanced to a first-degree felony.
Category: Criminal Offenses · Statute: F.S. 790.15 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Discharging Firearm in Public in Florida
Wantonly or maliciously shooting at, within, or into a public or private building, occupied or not, or a public place. A second-degree felony punishable by up to 15 years. If occupied, enhanced to a first-degree felony.
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