If you rob a liquor store, clothing boutique, or most other businesses in Reno, Nevada, you will face charges and possible conviction under Nevada’s robbery statute. Robbery, like most crimes, is usually governed by state criminal law. However, if you rob certain places or individuals in Reno, you could actually face federal criminal charges. If …

Most arrests and convictions for robbery in Washoe County are for violations of Nevada’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 federal …