The state of Arizona takes armed robberies very seriously and tends to push for harsh penalties for those who are convicted. Because of this, it is extremely important to contact a criminal defense attorney who has experience dealing with armed robbery charges so that you have the best chance to have your case resolved. 

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If you or a loved one has been charged with armed robbery, it is important that you consult with a criminal defense attorney. When working with our law firm, you will have an experienced attorney who will provide an aggressive representation so that you can have the best chance to get your case resolved. We offer free consultations to help you determine what your next steps need to be.

Being convicted of Armed Robbery can be a life changing event for an individual. In Arizona, robbery is considered a class 4 felony which can come with prison time. It is important to understand what potential penalties you could be facing if convicted with this charge. Those penalties are:

• First Time Conviction: A fine between $750 and $150,000 and between 1 year and 3.75 years in prison. 

• Second Time Conviction: A fine between $750 and $150,000 and between 2.25 years and 7.5 years in prison. 

• Third Time Conviction: A fine between $750 and $150,000 and between 7.5 years and 25 years in prison. 

In Arizona, Armed Robbery is defined as an act where someone uses or threatens the use of a weapon while committing an act of robbery. There are important details that the government will look at when determining whether to charge you or a loved one with Armed Robbery. The factors that the government will look at are if you were armed with a deadly weapon or simulated a deadly weapon with a replica, or if you were accused of threatening to use a deadly weapon or a dangerous instrument. If you or a loved one fall under one of these two categories, it is extremely important to contact a criminal defense attorney for a consultation.