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Robbery

Robbery is a serious felony in Arizona. It is a theft at its core, but it involves an added step of threatening the use of force on a person or using force against the person. Robbery is a class four felony. A first time offender is looking at up to three years in prison with a presumptive sentence of 2.5 years. A.R.S. 13-1902 sets forth the law on Robbery.

A person commits robbery if in the course of taking any property of another from his person or immediate presence and against his will, such person threatens or uses force against any person with intent either to coerce surrender of property or to prevent resistance to such person taking or retaining property.

A.R.S. 13-1902

Robbery has a few elements that the prosecutors must prove against you, and the Alcock & Associates attorneys are very experienced in handling Robbery cases. The State must prove the following five elements:

Taking the property
Property is someone else’s
Against the victim’s will
Either
Threat of force; OR
Use of force
Either
Intent to force the victim to give you property; OR
Intent to prevent resistance to taking or keeping property

Any one of these elements can be lacking from the State’s case, and the attorneys at Alcock can help you see whether the State has a chance at meeting its burden at trial. A robbery can be incomplete simply by lacking evidence that the property belonged to someone else, for instance.

The Maricopa County Prosecutor looks very seriously at Robberies and will normally give a plea offer for prison time or jail time. This can be aggravated by being with an accomplice, having a prior record, causing injuries to the victim, and using a dangerous weapon. An aggravated Class Four Felony can carry 3 years and 9 months for a first time offender. Penalties are harsher for offenders with priors. If a deadly weapon is used, your Robbery can be charged as Dangerous, leading to classification in a harsher sentencing category.

The team at Alcock & Associates has an abundance of experience with handling robbery cases. Our attorneys know how to try Robbery cases before a jury and how to negotiate -depending on what is needed. You can consult with an attorney about your Robbery charges for free. We offer payment plans and affordable fees. Our attorneys will put the work in to get you the best result available. Your attorney will meet with you regularly and keep you up to date on your case. They will discuss with you the possible resolutions that you have available and the risks and benefits associated with each option.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

If you have been charged with a robbery offense, our experienced team of criminal defense attorneys is ready to help you.

We have handled hundreds of robbery cases and we know what it takes to win. Our consultations are free and we offer affordable fee and payment plans.

Read below and watch the video to learn more about robbery in Arizona or give us a call to set up an informative meeting.

Robbery is similar in nature to theft, but it requires either a use of force or threatened use of force. Robbery can also be charged as a dangerous offense if a deadly weapon was used. As a consequence, people charged with robbery in Arizona can face a huge range of punishments.

Robbery is the type of offense that the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office takes a hard line against. It is common for plea offers for robbery offenses to include significant jail or prison time. We have former prosecutors on staff who have handled hundreds of robbery charges. We know what is needed to defend you and protect you.

Aggravating Factors That Make Robbery More Serious

Accomplices
Dangerous Weapons Used
Prior Felony Convictions
High Value of Items Stolen

If you or a loved one have been charged with a robbery in Arizona, please feel free to contact our attorneys to schedule a free consultation. Our team includes former felony prosecutors and a former judge. We know how to handle serious felonies and we have a long track record of winning cases.

Frequently Asked Questions For Robbery

I am charged with Robbery, but I didn’t intend to use force, is that a defense?

It can be. These cases require an experienced attorney to look at your individual facts and make the correct analysis to best aid you in your defense. Call for a free consultation.

If I’m charged with a Robbery, am I going to have to plead guilty?

No. There are other options besides a guilty plea in a Robbery case. Many cases go to trial instead, and some resolve before trial without a guilty plea.

Is it true that the prosecutor has to give me three offers?

No. That is a rumor. The prosecutor doesn’t have to give you a single offer

The victim of the Robbery is my cousin/sister/friend/girlfriend etc., should I just call them and ask them to drop the charges?

No. There is usually an order of protection, and you should obey the Court’s order to not contact the victim. A violation of that order to try to get the witness to drop the charges is usually going to lead to new criminal charges, and hurt your chances at plea and trial.

Same question as #5. but can I ask my family to contact the victim to drop the charges?

Same answer. See #6.

Should I talk to the police and try to sort this out?

No, you should not talk to the police. Call us for a free consultation. You don’t want to talk to the police about your case without a lawyer EVEN IF YOU’RE INNOCENT.

What if I already talked to detectives?

You should not talk to them further. It is OK though. Our attorneys can still help you with your case. Many people talk to the police before they call their lawyer, so our attorneys are experienced in dealing with cases where the client has already given a statement to the police.

Should I talk to my family about the incident while I’m in jail/Should I ask my loved one who is in jail if he/she will tell me what happened?

No. If your loved one is in jail, every conversation that you have with them is recorded, so the best policy is not to have them talk about their case with you while they are in jail. This will prevent the prosecutor from being able to use their statements against them.

I have a prior conviction for Robbery and a current charge, what can I do?

The prosecution still has to be able to prove that you committed this Robbery. That means that they can prove all of the elements of Robbery including your identity at the Alleged Robbery. The attorneys at Alcock & Associates can help you navigate what may look hopeless. They can find your best defense and assist you through trial, plea, or other resolution.

REPRESENTATION YOU DESERVE

Here at Alcock and Associates our team and staff are dedicated to helping and representing YOU. The first step is to understand your case. We will take the time to get to know you and your legal situation so that we are best able to answer all of your questions. After your initial consultation with our attorneys, you will know what you are facing and what can happen to your case.
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