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Robbery and burglary are related but different crimes. Robbery occurs when a person takes someone else’s property by force or fear. Burglary is entering a structure with the intent to steal or to commit another crime inside of the structure. Robbery, then, involves the actual taking of a person’s property and the use of force …
Robbery is divided into first-degree robbery and second-degree robbery in California (Penal Code 212.5 PC). First degree robbery is committed when the victim is: the driver or passenger of certain fare earning vehicles; robbed while located in a residence, inhabited vessel, trailer coach, or building; using or just used an ATM machine. Second degree robbery …
Updated December 9, 2020 In California, an estes robbery is when store employees or loss prevention follow after a shoplifter, and the person uses force or threats of force to avoid apprehension and get away with the merchandise. The use of force or threats elevates shoplifting to the more serious crime of robbery. The term “Estes …
Most arrests and convictions for robbery in Santa Clara County are for violations of California’s robbery statute. However, in certain circumstances, robbery can be a federal criminal offense that can result in time spent in federal prison. As set forth in 18 U.S.C. §§ 2111-2119, there are nine ways you can be charged with a …