Chicago Robbery Attorney
If you would like to reach Mr. Weisberg quickly and directly, please call his cell phone 24/7 at (773) 908-9811 or Text LAWYER to 25827 for prompt call back. The consultation is free.
As one of the most common property crimes committed in Chicago, robbery is a severe charge that can result in prison sentences upwards of 50 years, depending on the nature of the crime. In 2008, over 17,300 individuals were convicted of robbery in Chicago. This is nearly three times the rate of robbery convictions averaged throughout U.S.
For the best chances of minimal or no conviction, it’s essential that those accused of robbery in Chicago and surrounding areas consult with an experienced robbery lawyer at the Law Offices of Andrew M. Weisberg.
For years, Mr. Weisberg has provided aggressive defense representation to persons charged with robbery. To discuss your case in a free consultation, contact our law offices today.
Types of Robbery Charges in Chicago
As with murder or arson, robbery charges in Chicago can vary drastically from case to case depending on a number of factors. For robbery specifically, some of the mitigating factors may involve whether:
- Force was used (including verbal threats) during the act
- A weapon or firearm is used during the act
- The defendant invaded the home of another individual during the act
In Illinois, there are many different robbery charges, all of which are felony offenses. The following details each of the robbery crimes:
- Robbery (720 ILCS 5/18-1), a charge or offense in which an individual is accused of taking another person’s property by use of force, is a Class 2 felony, carrying 3 to 7 years of prison time. Robbery charges may be elevated to Class 1 felonies if they are committed in a school or place of worship; or if they are committed against handicapped or elderly individuals (i.e. those over 60 years old).
- Aggravated robbery (720 ILCS 5/18-5), a charge or offense in which an individual is accused of unlawfully taking another person’s property by stating or suggesting through their actions that they have a weapon or firearm. Aggravated robbery convictions are punishable by anywhere from 4 to 15 years of prison time in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
- Armed robbery (720 ILCS 5/18-2), a charge or offense in which an individual is accused of using a dangerous weapon to illegally take another person’s property, is a Class X felony and is punishable by 6 to 30 years prison time in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Where the weapon is a firearm, 15 years will be added to the sentence, making the range of sentence 21-45 years in prison.
Other less common charges or offenses include vehicular hijacking (720 ILCS 5/18-3) and aggravated vehicular hijacking (720 ILCS 5/18-4). These cases involve a person that unlawfully takes another person’s vehicle through the use or threat of force. The vehicular hijacking is a Class 1 felony while the aggravated charge is a Class X felony.
How Former Cook County Prosecutor Mr. Weisberg Can Help You
Mr. Weisberg focuses his practice on protecting the rights of the accused by:
- Thoroughly examine all of the opposing evidence in the case, including witness statements, to look for any possible incongruities and/or fallacies
- Scrutinize the facts of the case to find new evidence that will bolster the defense
- Find ballistics experts, forensic scientists and other specialists who can provide expert testimony (to further strengthen the defense), when necessary in legal proceedings
- Represent the defendant in all necessary legal proceedings, including bail hearings, trial proceedings and parole violation proceedings.
When arrested for and facing serious criminal charges, it is critical to find a great criminal defense lawyer who is at the top of his profession. Finding an experienced criminal defense attorney is the best thing you can do to protect your reputation and avoid jail time or prison time. Mr. Weisberg handles all felony and misdemeanor charges in all Cook County courthouses including Chicago (and all branch courts), Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood (Maybrook), Bridgeview and Markham.
To find out how Chicago lawyer Mr. Weisberg can help you and your case, contact him directly by calling (773) 908-9811 today.
If you would like to reach Mr. Weisberg quickly and directly, please call his cell phone 24/7 at (773) 908-9811 or Text LAWYER to 25827 for prompt call back. The consultation is free.
