Robbery is a Felony offense in Lake Park, and a conviction could result in several years imprisonment, as well as a substantial fine. If you are facing criminal charges or prosecution for robbery, it is recommended that you speak with a Lake Park robbery Lawyer. One of our skilled Attorneys at Leifert & Leifert could protect your constitutional rights while helping you fight any criminal charges filed against you.
It is particularly critical to obtain legal representation if you have prior convictions for Felony offenses. Ending up with two or more Felony convictions could result in being considered a habitual Felony offender, which is associated with enhanced penalties upon conviction. Schedule a consultation to begin fighting against these allegations.
Robbery Laws in Lake Park
Laws regarding robbery offenses in Lake Park can be found in Section 812.13 of the 2019 Florida Statutes. The offense of robbery is legally defined as the unlawful taking money or property by force, fear, or violence directly from another person or from the custody of that person with the intent to deprive the individual of the money or property.
A key element of a robbery offense is the use of force or fear to take property from a person. Without the use of force, violence, or fear, the unlawful taking of money or property belonging to someone else constitutes theft.
Threatening to physically harm a convenience store clerk while forcing the clerk to hand over all the money from inside the cash register is an example of robbery. Taking food or beverage items from that same convenience store when no one is looking and without the use or threat of force is an example of theft. A Lake Park Attorney who handles theft and robbery cases could provide further clarification about theft and robbery laws.
Potential Penalties for Robbery Offenses
Robbery is a second-degree Felony in Lake Park if no firearm or weapon was used or carried when committing the offense. Robbery that involves the use of a weapon, firearm, or other deadly weapon is a Felony of the first degree.
Felony robbery in the second degree is punishable by a prison term of up to 15 years and a fine up to $10,000. The penalty for Felony robbery in the first degree that involved the use of a weapon is a prison term up to 30 years and a fine up to $10,000. First-degree Felony robbery that involved the use of a firearm or other deadly weapon is punishable by a possible term of life in prison and a fine up to $15,000.
The Court can impose an extended period of incarceration for habitual Felony offenders. The law identifies individuals previously convicted of two or more felonies, including robbery offenses, as habitual Felony offenders. A Lake Park Lawyer who handles robbery cases can explain the enhanced penalties that can be imposed for a robbery conviction when an individual is identified as a habitual Felony offender under the law.
Contact a Lake Park Robbery Attorney
You do not have to face Felony robbery charges on your own. When you retain a Lake Park robbery Lawyer, you could have someone on your side advocating for your best interests.
An Attorney at Leifert & Leifert could work to achieve the best possible resolution to your case. Schedule a consultation today for assistance with your robbery case.
