Robbery vs. Carjacking in Fairfax

Robbery and Carjacking in Fairfax are often confused and used interchangeably.  However, these crimes are very different.  For information on Robbery vs Carjacking in Fairfax, read the post below.

Robbery vs Carjacking in Fairfax

Robbery in Fairfax (Va. Code §18.2-58) is taking personal property from a person or his presence by using force or violence and with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of his property.

Carjacking in Fairfax (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 of the motor vehicle.

Robbery vs Carjacking in Fairfax: Offender Intent

One Difference Between Robbery and Carjacking in Fairfax is the Penalty

To convict an offender of Robbery in Fairfax, the Commonwealth must prove that the offender intended to permanently deprive an owner of his property.  However, Carjacking can be proven by an intent to permanently or even temporarily deprive someone of possession or control of a motor vehicle.

Robbery vs Carjacking in Fairfax: Type of Property Taken

Robbery in Fairfax is theft of any property from another person using force or violence, and Carjacking is taking possession or control of a motor vehicle from another person.

Robbery vs Carjacking in Fairfax: Penalties

Robbery in Fairfax is punished with 5 years up to life in prison, but Carjacking is punished with 15 years up to life in prison,