Grand Theft Auto vs. Robbery in Fairfax

Grand Theft Auto and Robbery charges in Fairfax are often used interchangeably, but these crimes have important differences.  For information on Grand Theft Auto vs Robbery in Fairfax, read the post below.

Grand Theft Auto vs Robbery in Fairfax

Grand Theft Auto (Va. Code §18.2-95) in Fairfax is the unauthorized taking of another person’s car with the intent to permanently deprive an owner of his property.  For more information on Grand Theft Auto in Fairfax, click here.

Robbery in Fairfax (Va. Code §18.2-58) is taking property from another person using force or violence with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of his property.  For more information on Robbery in Fairfax, click here.

Grand Theft Auto vs Robbery in Fairfax: Property Stolen

One Difference Between Grand Theft Auto and Robbery in Fairfax is the Penalty

Grand Theft Auto in Fairfax requires proof that an offender stole a vehicle, but Robbery in Fairfax can involve stealing any property.

Grand Theft Auto vs Robbery in Fairfax: Force

Grand Theft Auto in Fairfax does not require proof of force or violence being used to take a vehicle, but Robbery in Fairfax requires proof that force or violence was used to take property.

Grand Theft Auto vs Robbery in Fairfax: Penalties

Grand Theft Auto in Fairfax is punished with up to 20 years in prison, but a Robbery charge in Fairfax is punished with a minimum of 5 years up to life in prison.

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