Burglary vs. Robbery in Manassas

Burglary and Robbery in Manassas sound the same, and are often confused.  However, Burglary and Robbery charges in Manassas have important differences.  Fore more information on Burglary vs Robbery in Manassas, read the post below.

Burglary vs Robbery in Manassas

Burglary in Manassas is breaking and entering into the dwelling house of another at night to commit a larceny  or felony.

Robbery in Manassas is taking property from another person or his presence by force, violence, threats, or intimidation with the intent to permently deprive an owner of his property.

Burglary vs Robbery in Manassas

Differences between Burglary and Robbery in Manassas include proof of breaking and entering, proof of theft, intent, location, the time the offense occurred, and the possible penalties.

Burglary vs Robbery in Manassas: Proof of Breaking and Entering

The Commonwealth must prove that an offender committed a breaking and entering to convict him of a Burglary charge in Manassas.  However, Robbery can be committed without any proof of a breaking and entering.

Burglary vs Robbery in Manassas: Proof of Theft

Burglary requires only an intent to commit a theft (larceny) or felony, but Robbery in Manassas requires proof of a completed theft by force.

Burglary vs Robbery in Manassas: Intent

Burglary in Manassas requires an intent to commit a larceny or felony, whereas Robbery in Manassas requires an intent to permanently deprive an owner of his property.

Burglary vs Robbery in Manassas: Location

Burglary can only be committed in a dwelling house, but Robbery in Manassas can be committed at any location.

Burglary vs Robbery in Manassas: Time Offense Occurred

Burglary can only be committed at night (between sunset and sunrise), but Robbery can be committed during the day or night.

Burglary vs Robbery in Manassas: Penalties

Burglary in Manassas is punished with 5-20 years in prison and a fine up to $100,000.  Robbery in Manassas is punished with 5 years up to life in prison.

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