Are You Facing Armed Robbery Charges?

Robbery involves taking someone else’s property by means of force or fear. Armed robbery means there was a weapon involved in the crime. Armed robbery is a violent felony offense in the state of California, and it is more serious than an average burglary or robbery, as a deadly weapon was involved. In California, simply displaying a firearm during a robbery can tack on 10 years to your sentence. Discharging a firearm during the robbery can add on an additional 20 years to the sentence, even if nobody was hurt. Even discharging the weapon towards the ceiling would be sufficient.

Robberies are typically committed under the following circumstances: bank or store robberies, home invasions, and muggings. Any violent crime that involves a firearm is considered a felony offense in California. Since armed robbery is a violent felony, a conviction would count as a “strike” on your criminal record, under California’s three strikes law.

Under California’s three strikes law, a second violent felony automatically involves double the penalty. A third violent felony on your record can mean life imprisonment. If you have been charged with armed robbery in the state of California, it is important for you to realize that you are presently facing harsh consequences. It is extremely important that you enlist the services of an experienced Ventura criminal defense attorney immediately.

Armed Robbery Defense Lawyer Serving Ventura

Sometimes desperate people do desperate things. Or, other times they are misidentified in a police line-up. Regardless of what brought you to armed robbery charges, your situation warrants a strong defense. At the Law Offices of Adam L. Pearlman, a Ventura armed robbery attorney from our firm can act fast to gather evidence and cross-examine witness testimony. The sooner you seek legal assistance, the faster we can start working towards getting the charges dismissed. Or, where necessary, we can present a plea bargain in order to help you achieve a reduction in charges.

Contact a Ventura armed robbery lawyer from our firm for a free initial consultation.