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Originally Posted by Rochard
I think... Zimmerman will be found guilty of either 2nd degree murder or manslaughter.
From what I understand - and correct me if I am wrong - there isn't much of a difference between the two in Florida. Manslaughter with "firearm offenses" tied in make the sentences just as long as 2nd degree murder.
Although I might be wrong on that.
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Penalties are similar and I believe Manslaughter is a mandatory lessor offense. Meaning being charged with 2nd Degree Murder carries the automatic charge of Manslaughter in Florida.