Robbery is stealing with violence or threats, and it cannot be dealt with in the Magistrates Court. Talk to Joseph Rahim as early as you can, including about bail.
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Robbery is an offence under the Criminal Code Act 1899 (Qld). It goes to the District Court, or occasionally the Supreme Court.
Any degree of force can be enough, but fear alone, without a threat, is not.
Attempted robbery is an offence in its own right.
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Every matter is different, but most follow this order.
You may be asked to take part in an interview. You have the right to remain silent, but you must give your name and address when asked. Get advice before you say anything else.
You are charged and given a court date, sometimes on bail with conditions. Read the conditions carefully; breaching them is an offence.
Charges usually start in the Magistrates Court. For people charged in or around Cairns, that is usually the Cairns Magistrates Court on Sheridan Street.
The matter is resolved by a plea of guilty, a hearing or trial, or the charge being withdrawn. More serious charges can be sent to a higher court.
Being part of a group can bring a circumstance of aggravation even if you did not use violence yourself.
Robbery charges are serious and often turn on identification and what each person did. What you say can shape the case.
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Robbery cannot be dealt with in the Magistrates Court. It goes to the District Court, or occasionally the Supreme Court.
It is a circumstance that makes robbery more serious.
Any degree of force used or threatened to steal or prevent resistance can be enough.
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0447 028 080This page is general information about Queensland law. It is not legal advice. Every matter turns on its own facts, so speak with us about yours.
