Carjacking vs. Robbery in Manassas

Carjacking (Va. Code §18.2-58.1) and Robbery (Va. Code §18.2-58) in Manassas are often confused and used interchangeably.  However, these crimes actually have important differences.  For information on Carjacking vs Robbery in Manassas, read the post below.

Carjacking vs Robbery in Manassas

Carjacking in Manassas is basically stealing a car by force.  It is the intentional seizure of a motor vehicle or seizure of control of a motor vehicle of another by violence with intent to permanently or temporarily deprive another person of possession or control.  For more information on a Manassas Carjacking charge, click here.

Robbery in Manassas is taking personal property from a person or his presence by violence, force, threats or intimidation, with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of his property.  For more information on Robbery in Manassas, click here.

Carjacking vs Robbery in Manassas: Property Stolen

One Difference Between Carjacking and Robbery in Manassas is the Type of Property Stolen

To convict an offender of Carjacking in Manassas, the Commonwealth must prove the offender stole a motor vehicle.   However, Robbery in Manassas covers any personal property stolen from a victim’s person or in his presence.

Carjacking vs Robbery in Manassas: Intent

A Carjacking charge in Manassas can be proven by showing an intent to permanently or even temporarily deprive the owner of his vehicle.  To convict an offender of Robbery, however, the Commonwealth must prove the offender intended to permanently deprive the owner of his property.

Carjacking vs Robbery in Manassas: Penalty

Carjacking in Manassas is punished with 15 years up to life in prison, and Robbery is punished with 5 years up to life in prison.