Car Theft vs Robbery in Fairfax

Car Theft and Robbery charges in Fairfax are often used interchangeably, but these crimes are actually very different.  For more information on Car Theft vs Robbery in Fairfax, read the post below.

Car Theft vs Robbery in Fairfax

A Fairfax Car Theft (Va. Code §18.2-95) is taking another person’s car, without consent, with the intent to permanently deprive an owner of his property.  For more information on a Car Theft charge in Fairfax, click here.

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

One Difference Between Car Theft and Robbery in Fairfax is the Penalty

Car Theft vs Robbery in Fairfax: Property Stolen

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

Car Theft vs Robbery in Fairfax: Force

Car Theft in Fairfax can occur if a vehicle is stolen without force or violence being used, but Robbery in Fairfax requires proof that force or violence was used to take property.

Car Theft vs Robbery in Fairfax: Penalties

A Fairfax Car Theft charge 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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