What is Armed Robbery?
Robbery is an offense that involves theft by force, violence or threats of violence. Armed robbery involves a robbery committed by a person who is in possession of a weapon of some kind. Simply carrying the weapon alone is enough to constitute armed robbery, regardless of whether the weapon is used or even shown to the victim. Following are the specific criminal charges and penalties that a defendant may face for armed robbery in Florida: • Carrying a firearm or other deadly weapon in the course of committing robbery – first degree felony, punishable by up to life imprisonment if convicted. • Carrying a weapon in the course of committing robbery – first degree felony, punishable by up to 30 years in state prison and a fine of up to $10,000. • Armed robbery by sudden snatching – second degree felony, punishable by up to 15 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. You do not have to face these harsh penalties for armed robbery. You can take action to protect your future by consulting
