Robbery is a violation of Penal Code Section 211. Robbery is always classified as a felony offense. Robbery is also a “strike” under the “3 strikes law”. If you or someone you know has been charged with robbery, please contact the Law Offices of Stull & Stull immediately.
Robbery is defined as the felonious taking of personal property in the possession of another or from his person or immediate presence against his will. This is accomplished by means of force or fear. The elements of robbery are:
- The victim had in his possession a property of some value;
- The property was taken from the victim and his immediate presence;
- The property was taken against the victim’s will;
- The property was taken by force or violence;
- The property was taken with specific intent to deprive the victim of the property.
Robbery is a specific intent crime. Because certain steps must be taken very quickly in defending these cases, our office takes an aggressive and proactive approach in order to preserve evidence, file appropriate motions and propound discovery.
Please contact our office today if you or someone you know has been involved or is alleged to be involved in this crime. We will set an appointment to discus your case details and possible defense strategies.
The initial consolation is free.
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