Robbery in Wagoner County is a felony crime. In April of 2016, a Wagoner man entered the convenient Store with a shotgun.  Then he demanded the clerks place all the money from the register in a bag.  Once the clerks complied with the request, the man left the store and drove off in a stolen vehicle.  The evening of the incident, Wagoner police apprehended the suspect and brought him in for questioning.  He admitted to the robbery in Wagoner and was thus charged.  As a result, the stolen property was returned to the victims.

This case is a very cut and dry example of a robbery.  However, sometimes the facts are not as clear or simple.  Pursuit and apprehension of suspects at times may also lead to the wrong person.  If you are facing charges of robbery, read on for a better understand of what it means and how we can help you.

How to Prove a Robbery in Oklahoma:

Robbery in Oklahoma is the “wrongful taking” of property belonging to another person “against his will”.  Further, the act of taking the property must occur through using “force or fear”.  21 Okla. St. Ann. § 791 set this out.  The State must prove (1) a wrongful taking, (2)against the owner’s will (3) by force or by fear.  If it can be shown that you commit these acts, the state may charge and convict you of robbery.

Punishment for Robbery in Wagoner:

Several different types of robbery exist in Oklahoma state law.  These are:

–  First Degree

–  Second Degree

–  Conjoint Robbery

–  Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon

–  Attempted Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon

Any one of these categories is a felony.  In general, fines reaching $1,000 and/or a sentence in the State Penitentiary for a specified period of time dependent upon the degree of the robbery.  After you complete your punishment, a felony charge can continue to haunt you.  It may cause issues with employment, housing, and possibly even getting certain licenses.

Wagoner Criminal Defense Attorneys:

We know that a felony conviction is more than a one-time punishment.  It can affect you for life.  So, if you find yourself in a situation where you face charges of robbery call us.  We know the legal nuances of the criminal courts in Wagoner County and can give you the best possible defense.  Our first consultation is free. For more information read our Wagoner Attorneys blog or Call today 918-283-7394