Brendan W. Caver DCFS, Juvenile and Criminal Defense Attorney
CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER FOR ROBBERY IN ROCKFORD
What To Do When You Have Been Charged With Robbery
We have all been taught that stealing is wrong, stealing becomes classified as robbery when the element of taking someone else's property with the use of force comes into play, without force it would be considered
theft and if it involves breaking into someone's home or property it would become
burglary. Whether it was an accident or not the consequences for robbery can be quite severe typically involving jailtime since robbery is considered a
felony in the state of Illinois. If you or a loved one has been charged with any of the below robbery offenses, it is imperative that you consult with an experienced Illinois criminal defense attorney near you. At the
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Types of Robbery Charges
In Illinois there are three main types of robbery. Regardless of which type you or a loved one is charged with the consequences of conviction can have far reaching effects. These consequences include difficulty in obtaining employment, housing, loss of voting rights, and loss of gun ownership rights.
Robbery
In order to be convicted of robbery in Illinois, the State must prove beyond a reasonable that the accused knowingly took property from someone else while using or attempting to use force. The statute on robbery can be found in the list of Illinois Compiled Statutes. Robbery in Illinois may be a Class 1 or Class 2 felony depending on the surrounding circumstances of the crime. For example, if the victim of the robbery was 60 years or older the offense should be charged as a Class 1 felony. A Class 1 is punishable by 4 to 15 years in prison, while a Class 2 felony is punishable by 3 to 7 years in prison, but probation is possible.
Aggravated Robbery
A robbery is aggravated if the accused indicated that he or she was armed with a gun or other dangerous weapon, or uses a controlled substance to subdue the victim during the commission of the offense. The statute for this offense can be found at the Illinois General Assembly. Aggravated robbery is a Class 1 felony in Illinois and not probation eligible. Upon conviction for an aggravated robbery a prison sentence of at least 4 to 15 years will be imposed.
Armed Robbery
To be convicted of armed robbery the State must prove that the accused either committed a robbery while carrying a dangerous weapon, or committed a robbery while armed with a gun, regardless of whether he or she discharged the gun. Armed robbery is a Class X felony, is not eligible for probation, and requires a prison sentence of at least 6 to 30 years. The Illinois statute for armed robbery can be found in the list of Illinois Compiled Statutes.
Potential Defenses For Robbery Charges
There are a number of potential defenses to robbery charges that an experienced criminal defense lawyer will attempt to employ when fighting your case. Some of these include:
- The police have the wrong guy (mistaken identity),
- The accused suffers from insanity,
- The accused may have an alibi
These defenses can be used at trial. There are alternative ways to resolve a robbery case outside of trial. Some cases may be resolved by a motion to suppress evidence, plea agreement, amendment of charges to a lesser offense, deferred prosecution (if available), or deferred judgment (if available).
By no means is this an exhaustive explanation of this topic, and there are always certain issues that individuals are facing in each robbery case that are specific to only that situation. For example, your loved one may be charged with robbery in a school parking lot, which has different implications from someone charged with a robbery committed in a grocery store parking lot.
Don't Let A Robbery Charge Ruin Your Life, We Can Help
If you live in your near Rockford, IL and you or a loved one is faced with a charge of robbery whether it be armed or not, it pays to at least discuss your case with an experienced criminal defense attorney. They will go over all the details of the case and determine the best course of action for you.
Contact attorney Brendan W. Caver for a free consultation at (815) 714-9508 or by email, to discuss your case today.
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Trust your reputation and livelihood to someone who tries cases and knows the law. Act now to get ahead of any accusations against you. For answers to your specific questions, please call or text 815-714-9508 for your free consultation, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
