The Second Circuit has determined that a Florida conviction for attempted second degree murder is a crime of violence. Because Florida attempted second-degree murder requires an intentionally committed act which would have resulted in death, the offense plainly satisfies the physical force requirement. The court also noted the mens rea for attempted second degree murder was simple higher than simple recklessness.

The full text of U.S. v. Delgado can be found here:

https://ww3.ca2.uscourts.gov/decisions/isysquery/be3b17b7-ac65-4eff-abe1-2ec823cacddb/6/doc/23-8120_opn.pdf

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