Robbery Attorney Williamson County, TX

Texas Robbery Laws

Robbery is one type of
theft crime that can be charged in Texas. There is also aggravated robbery, or armed
robbery, charges that can come about with certain elements in the case.

In order to be charged with robbery in Texas, the prosecutor must prove,
beyond a reasonable doubt, that the following things took place:

• The defendant committed theft;
• The defendant took the property with the intent of depriving the owner
  of the property; and
• The defendant intentionally or recklessly caused bodily injury to another; or
• The defendant intentionally or recklessly threatened the victim or caused
  fear of bodily injury

If being charged with aggravated robbery, the offense will have either
involved a deadly weapon, an elderly victim or disabled victim.

Consequences of a Robbery Conviction

Robbery offenses are generally charged as second degree felonies in Texas.
This level of felony is punishable by between two and 20 years in state
prison along with a fine of up to $10,000. If the offense is considered
aggravated robbery, the defendant could be facing first degree felony
charges. A first degree felony in Texas is punishable by between five
and 99 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.

Fighting for Clients in Georgetown & Round Rock, tX

Need an attorney for a theft crime offense? When facing robbery charges,
you need to look into the potential defenses for your case. A skilled
Williamson County robbery attorney from our firm can pursue defenses showing
a lack of intent, a lack of knowledge, a lack of bodily injury or fear
of injury plus more.

Contact R. Scott Magee, Attorney at Law today at (512) 983-1675 for a free case evaluation with our Williamson County robbery lawyer and
get started in building a hard- hitting defense against your robbery charges.