Robbery vs Car Theft in Virginia

Robbery and Car Theft in Virginia are often confused.  However, these crimes actually have important differences.  For more information on Robbery vs Car Theft in Virginia, read the post below.

Robbery vs Car Theft in Virginia

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

Car Theft in Virginia (Va. Code §18.2-95) is the unauthorized taking of another person’s vehicle with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of his vehicle.  For more information on a Virginia Car Theft charge, click here.

Differences Between Robbery and Car Theft in Virginia Include the Use of Force and Penalties

Robbery vs Car Theft in Virginia: Property Stolen

A Robbery charge in Virginia involves theft of any property by force or violence, but a Car Theft charge in Virginia requires proof that a vehicle was stolen.

Robbery vs Car Theft in Virginia: Use of Force

Robbery in Virginia is stealing property using force or violence.  However, Car Theft in Virginia does not require proof of force or violence.

Robbery vs Car Theft in Virginia: Penalty Range

A Virginia Robbery is punished with a minimum of 5 years up to life in prison, but a Virginia Car Theft charge does not have a minimum penalty and is punished up to 20 years in prison.

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