Brown v. State

Brandon Brown appeals his conviction for aggravated battery with a deadly weapon in violation of section 784.045(l)(a)2., Florida Statutes. He used two hollow, flimsy, plastic broomsticks as the alleged “deadly weapon.” The specific issue we must resolve is whether the broomsticks used by Brown are “deadly weapons” under this statute.

A detailed discussion of the facts and circumstances of this case is not necessary to resolve the issue before us. Suffice it to say that Brown was charged by Amended Information with sexual battery, false imprisonment, and aggravated battery with the use of a…