2006-06-11 17:15:21 · 7 answers · asked by nooniepoo 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
I think you might be confusing robbery with theft or maybe shoplifting. If you are unsure, find out because robbery is much more serious.
If it is theft then it varies from one place to another, but it usually would be a misdemeanor in most places.
Now, if we are talking about robbery it is usually a felony. If a weapon was involved, or if someone was injured, then it would DEFINITELY be a felony.
Keep in mind, the dollar amount is not the only determing factor of what it is, misdemeanor or felony.
2006-06-11 17:55:49 · answer #1 · answered by NoJail4You 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends where you committed the robbery as to what constitutes a felony or misdemeanor . State laws differ on this issue. Also, in most jurisdictions, a robbery is the taking from a person. If a weapon was involved or the victim thought his life was in danger, then you are looking at a felony regardless of the value. Now entering a residence is a whole different ball game usually catagorized as a burglary with different degrees such as being in the night time, etc. Gee, I always wanted to be a lawyer but my Father said he couldn't stand the shame I would bring on the family
2006-06-11 17:30:35 · answer #2 · answered by omarisan@sbcglobal.net 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Armed robbery is always a felony, regardless of the value of the item(s) taken. It's usually a class 2 felony, one step below murder. The sentence will depend upon the jurisdiction where the offense occurred but you can usually expect anything from 10 - 25 years or more.
2006-06-11 18:33:36 · answer #3 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think robbery might be a felony because of the use of force or threat of force. The value of the stolen goods can qualify it as a second felony if it's enough for grand theft, I am guessing. I'm not really sure. Sounds like you might need a lawyer.
2006-06-11 17:31:29 · answer #4 · answered by wordnerd27x 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son and daughter committed a crime together and were convicted as felons. The amount of money was less than $500, but a firearm was involved.
2006-06-11 17:18:55 · answer #5 · answered by Singlemomof10 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on your state law, and it could be a lesser felony, which carry lesser sentences!
2006-06-11 17:19:00 · answer #6 · answered by cantcu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you can get your charge reduced to theft of property then it would be a misdermeanor. if not then yes it's a felony.
2006-06-11 17:23:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋