Elements Of Robbery

Question 1

What are the elements of robbery?

Answer 1

1. Theft
2. Accompanied by violence OR threats of violence
3. To any person OR to any property
4. Used to extort the property stolen OR to prevent or overcome resistance to the property being stolen

Question 2

What are the signs that robbery has become aggravated robbery? Only one is needed to proof aggravated robbery.

Answer 2

1. Causes grievous bodily harm
2. Together with any other person
3. Armed with an offensive weapon or instrument

Question 3

What is the punishment for aggravated robbery?

Answer 3

Imprisonment not exceeding 14 years