Difference Between Robbery and Carjacking in Manassas

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

Difference Between Robbery and Carjacking in Manassas

Robbery in Manassas is taking personal property from a person or his presence by using force or violence and with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of his property.  Click here for more information on a Manassas Robbery.

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

Carjacking in Manassas 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 of the motor vehicle.  Click here for more information on a Manassas Carjacking.

Difference Between Robbery and Carjacking in Manassas: Type of Property Taken

Robbery in Manassas criminalizes taking any property from another person by using force or violence.  To convict an offender of a Manassas Carjacking, however, the Commonwealth must prove the offender took possession or control of a motor vehicle.

Difference Between Robbery and Carjacking in Manassas: Intent of Offender

Robbery in Manassas requires proof of intent to permanently deprive an owner of his property, but Carjacking can be proven by showing an intent to permanently or even temporarily deprive another person of possession or control of a vehicle.

Difference Between Robbery and Carjacking in Manassas: Penalty

Robbery in Manassas is punished with 5 years up to life in prison, but Carjacking starts at a MINIMUM of 15 years and can be punished with up to life in prison.