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Aggravated Robbery

Robbery is the criminal act of threatening a person with injury or causing injury while committing theft. When many people think of robbery, they think of a person being held at gunpoint in a bank or convenience store. These types of robbery are examples of the more severe offense of aggravated robbery. A robbery is considered to be an aggravated robbery when a person displays or uses a deadly weapon, such as a gun or a knife, while committing theft.

Aggravated Robbery Defined

Showing or using a deadly weapon while committing a robbery is just one type of criminal act that can lead to an aggravated robbery charge. You may also be charged with this offense if an act of theft involves:

• Serious injury to another person
• Threatening harm or causing harm to a person who is age 65 or older or is disabled

Under the Texas Penal Code, aggravated robbery is considered to be one of the most severe offenses that a person can commit besides murder. While robbery is charged as a second-degree felony, aggravated robbery is a first-degree felony. This is the highest level of offense that a person can be charged with behind only a capital felony.

Aggravated Robbery Penalties

A first-degree aggravated robbery charge can lead to serious penalties that affect the rest of your life. Your sentence may include:

• Minimum 5 years and up to life in prison
• Fines up to $10,000

If you have been charged with aggravated robbery, you need to begin preparing your legal defense as soon as possible. A Denton criminal defense attorney can help you build your case and will fight to protect your rights throughout your trial.

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