Robbery is the attempt to take the property of another person using violence or the threat of violence oftentimes through the use of a weapon such as a gun or a knife. Someone may even be charged with robbery for using a replica of a weapon such as a fake gun, knife, or other device that has the appearance of a weapon. These charges are extremely severe and can carry significant penalties including jail time and fines, making it imperative an Atlanta robbery lawyer is contacted. To discuss your case or learn how an experienced theft attorney may be able to benefit you, call and schedule a consultation today.
A prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the individual intended to commit a theft and that they intended to use an offensive weapon to complete that theft. This proof beyond a reasonable doubt that the prosecutor must prove is a high burden that gives the defense an opportunity to win a case that may seem otherwise hopeless. This is why anyone accused should always speak with an experienced lawyer in Atlanta about their robbery case to evaluate their options and to know what they can do to improve their situation.
If someone is convicted of robbery, they may face up to 20 years for a robbery charge or up to life imprisonment for an armed robbery charge. This charge under Georgia law also carries punishment by death, however, the Supreme Court of the United States superseded that possible sentence by saying that it would be a cruel and unusual punishment to impose the death penalty in the context of this offense.
Despite these serious penalties, robbery charges in Atlanta for first-time offenders can often be resolved with minimal jail time and a period of probation with the help of an attorney. Prosecutors and judges are rarely seeking to impose a 20-year prison sentence on a robbery charge, however, in armed robbery cases, there is a mandatory 10-year jail sentence.
In addition, a felony conviction will go on an individual’s permanent record meaning anyone can search an internet database and find out what the individual is convicted of. The public’s knowledge is often the most severe consequence on someone’s daily life because of the impact of the conviction on job opportunities, credit applications, and other financial arenas.
Hiring the right legal team is crucial in these types of cases because of the advantage they can provide both in knowing what will take place inside the courtroom and knowing which prosecutors are likely to be assigned to an individual’s case. An Atlanta robbery lawyer will also know the judge who will control the flow of evidence, hearings, and trials and who will potentially decide the sentence, if the individual is convicted. If you are facing charges, reach out to our office today to schedule a private consultation.
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