Robbery vs. Burglary in Fairfax
June 30, 2018 by Jean Humbrecht
Robbery and Burglary in Fairfax are often confused, but they are actually very different crimes. For more information on Robbery vs Burglary in Fairfax, read the post below.
Robbery vs Burglary in Fairfax
Robbery in Fairfax is taking property from another person (or his presence) by force, violence, threats, or intimidation, with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of his property. Burglary in Fairfax is breaking and entering into the dwelling house of another at night to commit a larceny or felony therein.
Robbery vs Burglary in Fairfax
There are many differences between Robbery and Burglary in Fairfax, including proof of breaking and entering, proof of theft, the intent of the offender, the location of the crime, the time the offense occurred, and the possible penalties.
Robbery vs Burglary in Fairfax: Breaking and Entering
Robbery in Fairfax does not need to involve a breaking and entering, but breaking and entering must be proven to convict an offender of Burglary in Fairfax.
Robbery vs Burglary in Fairfax: Theft
Robbery in Fairfax is theft by force, but Burglary can be proven by an intent to commit a theft or felony.
Robbery vs Burglary in Fairfax: Intent
Robbery in Fairfax involves an intent to permanently deprive an owner of his property, but Burglary involves an intent to commit a larceny or felony.
Robbery vs Burglary in Fairfax: Location
Robbery in Fairfax can be committed at any location, but Burglary can only be committed in a dwelling house.
One of the Differences Between Robbery and Burglary in Fairfax is the Possible Penalty
Robbery vs Burglary in Fairfax: Time
Robbery in Fairfax can occur at any time of the day, but Burglary can only occur at night (between sunset and sunrise).
Robbery vs Burglary in Fairfax: Penalties
Robbery in Fairfax is punished with a minimum of 5 years up to life in prison. Burglary in Fairfax is punished with a minimum of 5 years up to 20 years in prison.
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