Difference Between Carjacking and Robbery in Virginia
July 20, 2020 by Jean Humbrecht
Carjacking (Va. Code §18.2-58.1) and Robbery in Virginia (Va. Code §18.2-58) are very similar crimes, but they have important differences. This post discusses the difference between Carjacking and Robbery in Virginia.
Difference Between Carjacking and Robbery in Virginia
Carjacking in Virginia (Va. Code §18.2-58.1) 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.
Robbery in Virginia (Va. Code §18.2-58) 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.
Difference Between Carjacking and Robbery in Virginia: Property Stolen
There are Many Differences Between Carjacking and Robbery in Virginia
Carjacking in Virginia requires the taking of a motor vehicle using force or violence. Robbery in Virginia, however, criminalizes the taking of any personal property using force or violence.
Difference Between Carjacking and Robbery in Virginia: Intent
Carjacking in Virginia can be proven with intent to permanently or even temporarily deprive another person of possession or control of a vehicle, but Robbery requires an intent to permanently deprive an owner of his property.
Difference Between Carjacking and Robbery in Virginia: Penalty
Carjacking in Virginia is punished with a minimum of 15 years up to life in prison, and Robbery in Virginia is punished with 5 years up to life in prison.