Larceny and Robbery Offences
What are Larceny and Robbery Offences?
Offences relating to stealing can vary in seriousness.
Larceny (a legal term for ‘stealing’) is an offence under section 117 Crimes Act 1900 (NSW).
On the more serious scale, a person can be charged with Robbery pursuant to section 94 Crimes Act 1900 (NSW). There are other aggravated forms such as Armed Robbery.
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FAQ
What is Larceny?
Larceny is another word for taking property (which includes money or an item of property) from another person. This property must be something tangible and must have some value.
There is no element of violence involved.
What is ‘Robbery’?
When it comes to a Robbery offence, the police are required to prove the following elements:
- You took property from someone;
- You intended to steal it; and
- You used violence or caused the person you took it from to fear.
Can I defend a charge of Larceny or Robbery?
Yes. Some available defences are:
- Claim of right – you believed you were entitled to the property;
- You didn’t steal anything;
- The offence did not occur in the aggravated circumstances alleged.
- In the case of Robbery – there was no force or threat made.
Is there any benefit to Pleading Guilty?
Where a Plea of Guilty is entered at the earliest opportunity, you will receive a reduction in your penalty by 25% on sentence.
How can I be found Guilty of Larceny?
When it comes to a Larceny offence, the police are required to prove the following elements:
- You took and carried away property such as an item or money;
- That property belonged to another person;
- You had the intention to permanently deprive the owner of that property at the time you took it;
- The owner of that property did not give you consent to take it.
How can I be found Guilty of Robbery?
When it comes to a Robbery offence, the police are required to prove the following elements:
- You took property from someone;
- You intended to steal it; and
- You used violence or caused the person you took it from to fear.
What are the maximum penalties?
Larceny carries a maximum penalty of 5 years imprisonment.
The maximum penalty for Robbery offences varies between 14 years and 25 years imprisonment.
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