Rochester Minnesota Robbery Lawyer

Robbery Attorney Minnesota

Robbery is the taking of personal property of another by the use or threat of imminent use of force against the person.  Theft also involves the taking of personal property of another, but it is done without threat or force. If you have been charged with robbery in Minnesota, please contact our Rochester Minnesota Robbery Defense attorney, to see how we can help.

Robbery Categories in Minnesota

Robbery crimes in Minnesota are divided into simple robbery or aggravated robbery, depending upon whether a weapon was used or whether someone was harmed during the commission of the crime:

• Simple Robbery – The act of taking personal property from another by the use or threat of imminent use of force, but without causing harm to the person or using a dangerous weapon.  Felony with a sentence up to 10 years in prison and/or a $20,000 fine;
• Aggravated Robbery in the First Degree – Simple robbery plus possession of a  dangerous weapon or any article used or fashioned in a manner to lead the victim to reasonably believe it to be a dangerous weapon, or inflicting bodily harm upon another. Felony with a sentence up to20 years in prison and/or a $35,000 fine.
• Aggravated Robbery in the Second Degree – Simple robbery plus implying, by word or act, possession of a dangerous weapon.  Felony with a sentence up to 15 years in prison and/or a $30,000 fine.

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If you have been charged with robbery, it is important to contact a local, passionate and knowledgeable defense attorney to strongly assert your rights. Please Contact the Dilaveri Law Firm today. We always offer free initial consultations to our clients. Call 507.206.6020 or complete our free case evaluation form.