Robbery by Sudden Snatching in Florida
The crime of Robbery by Sudden Snatching is a Third Degree Felony.
”-- Richard HornsbyIf accused of Robbery by Sudden Snatching in Florida, you need to know the:
- Definition of Robbery by Sudden Snatching
- Penalties for Robbery by Sudden Snatching
- Defenses to Robbery by Sudden Snatching
Definition of Robbery by Sudden Snatching
The crime of Robbery by Sudden Snatching is defined as:
- The intentional and unlawful taking of money or property;
- From another person's body.
Unlike Strong Arm Robbery, there is no requirement that the State prove that force, violence, or threats were used in the course of the taking. As a result, a pick-pocket and a purse-snatcher would be equally guilty of Robbery by Sudden Snatching.
Penalties for Robbery by Sudden Snatching
The crime of Robbery by Sudden Snatching is a Third Degree Felony and is classified as a Level 5 offense under Florida's sentencing guidelines.
If convicted of Robbery by Sudden Snatching, a judge could impose any combination of the following penalties:
- Up to five (5) years in prison.
- Up to five (5) years of probation.
- Up to $5,000 in fines.
Weapon Enhancement
If a weapon is possessed while committing a Robbery by Sudden Snatching, even if the weapon is not used, the crime becomes a Second Degree Felony and is classified as a Level 7 offense under Florida's sentencing guidelines.
If convicted of Robbery by Sudden Snatching while in Possession of a Weapon, a judge would be required to impose a minimum prison sentence of 21 months in prison and can also impose any combination of the following penalties on top of that:
- Up to fifteen (15) years in prison.
- Up to fifteen (15) years of probation.
- Up to $10,000 in fines.
10/20/Life Firearm Enhancement
If a firearm was possessed while in the commission of a Robbery by Sudden Snatching, a person can also be sentenced under Florida's 10/20/Life statute.
Under the 10/20/Life statute, a person charged with Robbery by Sudden Snatching while in Possession of a Firearm could receive a minimum 10 year prison term
Defenses to Robbery by Sudden Snatching
The primary defenses to the crime of Robbery by Sudden Snatching are:
- False Accusation
- Misidentification
Contact Criminal Defense Lawyer Richard Hornsby
If you have been arrested or charged with the crime of Robbery by Sudden Snatching in Central Florida, please contact Criminal Defense Lawyer Richard Hornsby today.
The initial consultation is free and I am always available to advise you of the proper course of action that can be taken.
