Robbery Defense in Richmond, VA

Richmond Criminal Defense Lawyer

Robbery is a criminal offense that involves committing theft by force, threats or violence. A defendant may face criminal charges whether robbery is simply attempted or actually carried out. Depending on the particular offense, penalties may range from 5 years to 25 years in state prison.

Considering the serious penalties that may be enforced for a robbery conviction in Richmond, Virginia, it is important to involve a criminal defense attorney as early in the process as possible. You need a legal professional who can assert your rights and protect your interests to the fullest extent of the law, serving to assist you in avoiding a conviction and maximum penalties. Brisendine, Overand, Buster & Bernstein represents clients throughout Richmond and the surrounding areas who have been arrested for, charged with or are under investigation for robbery or any related theft crime.

If you would like to learn more about how our firm can help you avoid the serious penalties associated with robbery, do not wait to contact a Richmond criminal defense lawyer at our offices for a free consultation. As former Public Defenders, our legal team provides insightful and qualified defense to all of our clients. We are committed to protecting your rights.

Penalties for Robbery in Richmond

Robbery is defined as committing, attempting or threatening bodily injury to another person in an attempt to take their property. Whether or not the attempt is successful, a defendant convicted of robbery may face 5 to 18 years in state prison.

If violence is committed against the victim or if the victim is threatened with a deadly weapon, the defendant may face at least 10 years in prison.
If a bank is the target of the robbery, the defendant may face at least 10 and no more than 20 years in state prison.
If bank robbery is committed or attempted and the defendant uses any dangerous weapon, the defendant may face 10 to 25 years in prison.

Contact a Richmond robbery attorney at our law offices today to discuss your options in avoiding a conviction for this serious offense.