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Florida Robbery Laws<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Lyle Therese A. Hilotin-Lee, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Laura Temme, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n

Robbery in Florida<\/span> involves using force or threats to take property from another person. The penalties range from five to 30 years in prison, or life imprisonment<\/span> if you used a firearm or deadly weapon<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

If you are facing robbery charges<\/span>, it’s important to know what the prosecution must prove and what defenses you might have. In this article, we’ll break down Florida<\/span>‘s robbery statute, the potential penalties for conviction, and common defenses to a robbery charge<\/span>.<\/p>\n

If you need help with pending or potential charges, talk to a\u00a0Florida<\/span> criminal defense attorney<\/span><\/a>. They can explain your options and help you build a strong defense.<\/p>\n

Understanding Florida<\/span>‘s Robbery Statute<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Florida<\/span> defines robbery under\u00a0Florida<\/span> Statute<\/span> 812.13<\/span><\/a>. The statute establishes both the basic definition and the penalty structure for different robbery scenarios.<\/p>\n

Under Florida<\/span> law<\/span>, robbery happens when someone takes money or property from another person by using force, violence, assault, or by putting the victim in fear. The person must intend to take the property from the owner, either temporarily or permanently.<\/p>\n

The main difference between robbery and other theft crimes<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is the use of force<\/span> or threats. If a pickpocket steals a wallet without the victim noticing, that act falls under theft. However, if that same person uses force, violence, or threats to take the same wallet, it escalates to robbery. The element of force, violence, or threat is what makes robbery subject to much harsher penalties than theft.<\/p>\n

Elements of Robbery<\/strong><\/h2>\n