Fort Lauderdale Armed Robbery Defense Lawyer

Armed robbery is considered a violent crime. Robbery is committed when a person takes money or other property from a person with the intention to deprive the person of that money or other property with the use of force, assault, violence or fear. Armed robbery is committed when a weapon (deadly or not) is used in the robbery.

The crime of armed robbery will be charged as 1st degree robbery. First degree robbery takes place in an inhabited dwelling, building, vessel or trailer with the use of a weapon. It also includes the robbery of anyone driving a motor vehicle for the purpose of stealing the vehicle, belongings of the individual in the vehicle, or using the vehicle as a getaway car during the commission of a crime. Robbery of a motor vehicle can result in a carjacking charge, which is a form of robbery.

Armed robbery is a felony and is a “strike” under the Florida three strikes law. If you are charged with armed robbery and you fail to consult with an experienced Fort Lauderdale violent crime attorney, your case could result in receiving a "strike" and a penalties much higher than if you had sought criminal defense counsel. If you are utilizing the legal resources at the disposal of the Law Office of Marshall Geisser, we can help to clear your name and strategize to perhaps lower the charges or in some instances, even avoid a "strike" altogether.

Being charged with armed robbery will likely result in the prosecuting party having strong evidence and perhaps even photos or video of the crime you are accused of having committed. But, in situations like this, it is easy for the witnesses or the victim to misidentify and wrongly accuse an innocent person. No matter your armed robbery charge, we can provide you with the dedicated representation you need to seek the best outcome possible in your case.

1st Degree Robbery

• 3 to 9 year state prison term
• Large monetary fines
• Victim restitution
• Community service
• Driver’s license revocation
• Probation
• Parole

2nd Degree Robbery

• 2 to 5 year state prison term
• Large monetary fines
• Victim restitution
• Community service
• Driver’s license revocation
• Probation
• Parole

Armed Robbery Attorney in Fort Lauderdale

Being accused of using a firearm during a robbery can add 10 years to your sentence. If the firearm is discharged during the robbery, that can add an additional 20 years to your sentence. If you have already been convicted of a felony and you already have a "strike," your prison sentence may be doubled.

Make sure you have the opportunity to avoid these harsh penalties. Contact a Fort Lauderdale armed robbery defense attorney at our firm today.