Laquinton Montral Harris, 36, of Tallahassee, Florida, has been charged by federal criminal complaint with one count of Hobbs Act robbery. The complaint also includes charges of carrying, brandishing, and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence, as well as possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. According to the complaint, on February 21, 2024, Harris allegedly participated in a robbery at a local business in Tallahassee. During the robbery, Harris brandished a firearm and discharged it, putting the lives of those present at risk. The Hobbs Act, enacted in 1946, prohibits robbery and attempted robbery affecting interstate commerce. The law allows the federal government to prosecute individuals who commit robbery that involves crossing state lines or using a facility affecting interstate commerce. Harris is a convicted felon, having previously been convicted of a felony offense in the state of Florida. As a result, he is prohibited from possessing a firearm under federal law. The charge of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison. If convicted of Hobbs Act robbery, Harris could face a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. The charge of carrying, brandishing, and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence carries a maximum sentence of life in prison. The case is being prosecuted by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Florida. The FBI is leading the investigation. Harris was arrested on February 22, 2024, and made his initial appearance in federal court in Tallahassee. He was ordered detained pending trial. The case is set for arraignment on April 10, 2024. The U.S. Attorney's Office reminds the public that a complaint is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.