Robbery – Arizona

Arizona’s Top Robbery Defense Attorneys

Under Arizona law, robbery is a violent crime in which the accused tried to take possession of property that belong to someone else through the use of force, violence, or fear. Aggravated robbery occurs when the accused also has an accomplice during the robbery. Armed robbery occurs during a standard robbery in which the accused is either armed with a deadly weapon, simulated deadly weapon, or when the accused actually uses or threatens to use a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument.

If you are facing robbery charges in Tempe, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, or anywhere in Arizona, contact Oliverson Law DUI & Criminal Defense right away for a free and confidential consultation. Our Tempe robbery defense attorneys are prepared to put over 40 years of combined experience—including past experience in law enforcement, prosecution, and judicial proceedings—on your side.

Possible Punishments for Robbery, Aggravated Robbery & Armed Robbery

A robbery conviction will come with serious penalties, threatening your freedom and your entire future. Below, we’ve outlined some of the potential punishments you could face for various types of robbery charges and convictions.

Robbery under A.R.S. 13-1902 (Class 4 Felony):

• First offense: probation with up to 1 year in jail; if prison is ordered, between 1 year and 3 years, 9 months in prison
• One historical prior felony conviction: between 2 years, 3 months and 7 years, 6 months in prison
• Two historical prior felony convictions: between 6 and 15 years in prison

Aggravated Robbery under A.R.S. 13-1903 (Class 3 Felony):

• First offense: Probation with up to 1 year in jail; if prison is ordered, between 2 years and 8 years, 9 months in prison
• One historical prior felony conviction: between 3 years, 6 months and 16 years, 3 months in prison
• Two historical prior felony convictions: between 7 years, 6 months and 25 years in prison

Armed Robbery under A.R.S. 13.1904 (Class 2 Felony):

• First offense: between 7 and 21 years in prison, with a presumptive term of 10 years, 6 months in prison
• One historical prior felony conviction: between 4 years, 6 months and 23 years, 3 months in prison
• Two historical prior felony convictions: Between 10 years, 6 months and 35 years in prison

If you have been accused of or charged with any type of robbery, it is vital that you contact an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. With the seriousness of these charges there is no time to waste when it comes to investigating your case and ensuring your rights are protected.

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At Oliverson Law DUI & Criminal Defense, we understand the seriousness of your situation. Our Tempe robbery defense lawyers are ready to fight tirelessly to ensure that your rights are protected throughout the legal process. We employ a team approach to each case we take on, offering you the benefit of three experienced attorneys working on your side.

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