Florida Statute 775.0845: Masked Offenses 7/16/2024
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What happens to a misdemeanor of the second degree if the offender was wearing a hood, mask, or other device that concealed their identity while committing the offense?

  • It is reclassified to a misdemeanor of the first degree (correct)
  • It is reclassified to a felony of the second degree
  • It is reclassified to a felony of the third degree
  • It remains a misdemeanor of the second degree
  • What is the ranking of a reclassified offense under chapter 921 and chapter 944?

  • The same level as the original offense
  • One level above the original offense (correct)
  • Two levels above the original offense
  • One level below the original offense
  • What happens to a felony of the second degree if the offender was wearing a hood, mask, or other device that concealed their identity while committing the offense?

  • It is reclassified to a felony of the first degree (correct)
  • It is reclassified to a misdemeanor of the first degree
  • It is reclassified to a felony of the third degree
  • It remains a felony of the second degree
  • Which of the following is an exception to the reclassification rule?

    <p>A violation of ss. 876.12-876.15</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a felony of the third degree if the offender was wearing a hood, mask, or other device that concealed their identity while committing the offense?

    <p>It is reclassified to a felony of the second degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of reclassifying an offense due to the wearing of a hood, mask, or other device that concealed the offender's identity?

    <p>To increase the severity of the offense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an offender commits a misdemeanor of the first degree while wearing a hood, mask, or other device that concealed their identity, what degree will the offense be reclassified to?

    <p>Felony of the second degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the degree of a felony offense if the offender was wearing a hood, mask, or other device that concealed their identity while committing the offense?

    <p>It is increased to a higher degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chapter determines the incentive gain-time eligibility for an offense reclassified under this section?

    <p>Chapter 944</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ranking of a reclassified felony offense under chapter 921 and chapter 944?

    <p>One level above the ranking under former s. 921.0012</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an exception to the reclassification rule under this section?

    <p>Violations of ss. 876.12-876.15</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the degree of an offense reclassified if the offender was wearing a hood, mask, or other device that concealed their identity while committing the offense?

    <p>To increase the severity of the punishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Reclassification of Offenses for Wearing Masks or Concealing Identity

    • If an offender wears a hood, mask, or device that conceals their identity while committing an offense (except for violations of ss. 876.12-876.15), the offense's degree will be reclassified to the next higher degree.

    Misdemeanors

    • A misdemeanor of the second degree becomes a misdemeanor of the first degree.
    • A misdemeanor of the first degree becomes a felony of the third degree.
    • The reclassified offense is ranked in level 2 of the offense severity ranking chart for sentencing and gain-time eligibility.

    Felonies

    • A felony of the third degree becomes a felony of the second degree.
    • A felony of the second degree becomes a felony of the first degree.
    • The reclassified felony offense is ranked one level above its original ranking under chapters 921 and 944.

    Reclassification of Offenses for Wearing Masks or Concealing Identity

    • If an offender wears a hood, mask, or device that conceals their identity while committing an offense (except for violations of ss. 876.12-876.15), the offense's degree will be reclassified to the next higher degree.

    Misdemeanors

    • A misdemeanor of the second degree becomes a misdemeanor of the first degree.
    • A misdemeanor of the first degree becomes a felony of the third degree.
    • The reclassified offense is ranked in level 2 of the offense severity ranking chart for sentencing and gain-time eligibility.

    Felonies

    • A felony of the third degree becomes a felony of the second degree.
    • A felony of the second degree becomes a felony of the first degree.
    • The reclassified felony offense is ranked one level above its original ranking under chapters 921 and 944.

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    This quiz covers the Florida Statute that reclassifies criminal offenses to a higher degree if committed while wearing a mask or identity-concealing device. Questions will focus on the specifics of the statute and its application.

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