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Falcons LB James Pearce Jr. Faces Felony Charges, Mandatory Prison Time

Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. is facing multiple felony charges following his arrest Saturday, including aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer. Under Florida law, that charge is a first-degree felony and carries a mandatory minimum prison sentence of at least five years if convicted. Pearce is also accused of felony fleeing and aggravated battery stemming from an alleged domestic dispute.