Maryland Robbery Lawyer

Robbery is not just a theft charge-it is far more serious. It contains an element of physical force, one which takes the offense from a property crime to a crime against a person. And robbery charges are prosecuted vigorously by local prosecutors for this reason.

Facing prosecution for a charge as heavy as this can be extremely stressful. It can cause untold damage on your life even before you go to trial. Having an experienced Maryland robbery attorney on your side may help put your mind at ease. By discussing all of your options with you and developing a defense strategy to get you the best results possible, such an attorney could be the only advocate in your corner. And when you're up against serious felony charges like this, you need someone to have your back.

Maryland Robbery Charges

The attorneys at Price Benowitz LLP have experience with the following types of robbery cases:

• Robbery
• Armed Robbery
• Carjacking

All three of these offenses involve the taking of property by force or even by threat of force. The use of a weapon in the offense could mean the difference between a straight robbery charge and a more serious charge of armed robbery.

Maryland Robbery Penalties

The penalties you may face for a Maryland robbery charge depend on the facts of your case and mostly, which offense you are charged with. A robbery charge can carry up to 15 years in prison. Armed robbery, on the other hand, could result in a 20 year prison sentence. Carjacking carries a potential 30 year prison sentence.

All three of these robbery crimes are considered felony offenses, which means you will be labeled a convicted felon and potentially carry this title around for the rest of your life.

When you are charged with robbery, an experienced defense lawyer is there to listen to your side of the story. Unlike the police, we aren't out to build a case against you but build a defense for you. When you are first arrested, it would be in your best interest to refuse to speak to police and instead invoke your right to an attorney. The Maryland robbery lawyers at Price Benowitz LLP stand ready to offer a free initial consultation and information on how they may be able to help.