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Robbery and Armed Robbery are two very serious felony offenses in Virginia punishable by a maximum of life in jail. Even as a first time offender, with no criminal history, a conviction for armed robbery carries with it a mandatory minimum of 3 years in jail. If you or a loved one is charged with Robbery or Armed Robbery in Virginia, please contact us immediately for a free consultation with a Virginia Robbery Attorney who can help guide you through the legality of the offense and discuss possible defense strategies with you.
What is Robbery?
The Virginia statute, Va. Code § 18.2-58, sets the penalty for robbery and describes several ways in which it can occur. The common law definition most often used in the Virginia cases is "the taking, with the intent to deprive the owner permanently, of personal property, from his person or in his presence, against his will, by violence or intimidation." Robbery is essentially the mix of larceny and assault. It is punishable by a term of imprisonment of 5 years to life.
What is Armed Robbery?
While there is no specific Virginia statute for "armed robbery", Va. Code § 18.2-53.1 creates a separate crime for the use of a firearm in the commission of a robbery. Violation of § 18.2-53.1 constitutes a separate felony and includes a punishment of a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment of three years for a first conviction, and to a mandatory minimum term of five years for a second or subsequent conviction.
What should I do if I am charged with Robbery or Armed Robbery in Virginia?
Robbery is a very serious offense and carries with it a possible life sentence. It is critical that you have legal representation from the outset of the process. Please contact us online or call Noorishad Law, P.C. today at 703-542-4500 to schedule an appointment with Mr. Noorishad to discuss your particular case and potential defenses you may have in fighting your charges.
What is Robbery?
The Virginia statute, Va. Code § 18.2-58, sets the penalty for robbery and describes several ways in which it can occur. The common law definition most often used in the Virginia cases is "the taking, with the intent to deprive the owner permanently, of personal property, from his person or in his presence, against his will, by violence or intimidation." Robbery is essentially the mix of larceny and assault. It is punishable by a term of imprisonment of 5 years to life.
What is Armed Robbery?
While there is no specific Virginia statute for "armed robbery", Va. Code § 18.2-53.1 creates a separate crime for the use of a firearm in the commission of a robbery. Violation of § 18.2-53.1 constitutes a separate felony and includes a punishment of a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment of three years for a first conviction, and to a mandatory minimum term of five years for a second or subsequent conviction.
What should I do if I am charged with Robbery or Armed Robbery in Virginia?
Robbery is a very serious offense and carries with it a possible life sentence. It is critical that you have legal representation from the outset of the process. Please contact us online or call Noorishad Law, P.C. today at 703-542-4500 to schedule an appointment with Mr. Noorishad to discuss your particular case and potential defenses you may have in fighting your charges.
