Difference Between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia
March 16, 2015 by Jean Humbrecht
Burglary and Robbery are often confused and used interchangeably in Virginia, but these crimes have important differences. For more information on the difference between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia, read the post below.
Difference Between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia
Burglary in Virginia is breaking and entering into the dwelling house of another at night with the intent to commit a larceny or felony therein. Robbery in Virginia is taking property from another person by force with the intent to permanently deprive an owner of his property.
Difference Between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia
There are many differences between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia, including the requirement of proving a breaking and entering, the time of the offense, the location of the offense, the offender’s intent, whether a theft was involved, and the penalty range.
Difference Between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia: Breaking and Entering
Burglary in Virginia requires proof of a breaking and entering, but proof of a breaking and entering is not required to convict an offender of Robbery in Virginia.
Difference Between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia: Time
Burglary in Virginia can only be committed at night, but Robbery can be committed at any time of the day.
Difference Between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia: Location
Burglary can only be committed against a dwelling house (a place where a person usually lodges at night), but Robbery can occur at any location.
One Difference Between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia is the Possible Penalty
Difference Between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia: Intent
To convict an offender of Burglary in Virginia, the Commonwealth must prove an intent to commit a larceny or felony. To convict an offender of Robbery in Virginia, the Commonwealth must prove that the offender intended to permanently deprive an owner of his property.
Difference Between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia: Theft
Burglary in Virginia does not require proof of theft, but the Commonwealth must prove a theft to convict an offender of a Robbery charge in Virginia.
Difference Between Burglary and Robbery in Virginia: Penalty
Burglary in Virginia is punished with 5-20 years in prison and a fine up to $100,000. Robbery in Virginia is punished with 5 years up to life in prison.
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