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FelonyCalifornia · Penal Code § 211

Robbery

Taking something from a person by using force or fear.

Serious crime. Can mean state prison.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

  1. 1You took property that was not yours.
  2. 2You took it from the person or right near them.
  3. 3You used force or made them afraid.
  4. 4You meant to keep it from them for good.

Possible punishment

2nd degree: 2, 3, or 5 years. 1st degree: 3, 4, or 6 years (or more).

Good to know: Counts as a strike.