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Aggravated Robbery or Stealing from the Person is an offence under section 95 of the Crimes Act 1900 which carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison
To establish the offence, the prosecution must prove beyond reasonable doubt that you:
The legislation does not define the word ‘rob’ however, the courts have found that it is where:
“the victim… [is] compelled by force or fear to submit to the theft”
“It is not necessary that the offender applies force…”
“It is enough that the offender by his or her conduct… Puts the victim in fear of violence”.
‘Circumstances of aggravation’ means:
Defences to the charge include:
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