Michael J. Martin v. State of Florida

Michael Martin was convicted of two crimes: aggravated battery with a firearm (count one) and possession of a. firearm by a convicted felon (count two). Only count one was charged under section 775.087, Florida Statutes, colloquially known as the “10-20-Life” statute, During the course of Martin’s criminal episode, he discharged a firearm causing injury to others. He was sentenced to consecutive terms of twenty years 1 and five years, respectively, on counts one and two. On appeal, we affirm as to all issues Martin has raised, but explain why his consecutive sentences are permissible.'

Martin’s…