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Robbery in Florida

If accused of Robbery in Florida, you need to know the:

• Definition of Robbery
• Penalties for Robbery
• Defenses to Robbery

Definition of Robbery

The crime of Robbery, also referred to as Strong Arm Robbery, is defined as:

1. The intentional and unlawful taking of money or property from another person;
2. Through the use of force, violence, assault, or threat.

In addition to Strong Arm Robbery, Florida criminalizes the following variations of Robbery:

• Robbery by Sudden Snatching
• Robbery with a Deadly Weapon
• Robbery with a Firearm
• Home Invasion Robbery
• Carjacking

Penalties for Robbery

The crime of Robbery (aka Strong Arm Robbery) is a Second Degree Felony and is classified as a Level 6 offense under Florida's sentencing guidelines.

If convicted of Robbery, a judge can impose any combination of the following penalties:

• Up to fifteen (15) years in prison.
• Up to fifteen (15) years of probation.
• Up to $10,000 in fines.

Defenses to Robbery

The primary defenses to the crime of robbery are:

• False Accusation
• Misidentification

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William S. Foley, P.A.
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