ROBBERY

Robbery Charges in Queensland:

What You Need to Know

Section 409 of the Criminal Code 1899 (Qld) provides:


“Any person who steals anything, and, at or immediately before or immediately after the time of stealing it, uses or threatens to use actual violence to any person or property in order to obtain the thing stolen or to prevent or overcome resistance to its being stolen, is said to be guilty of robbery.”

Frequently Asked Questions About

Robbery Charges in Queensland

  • What is Robbery?

    Robbery is when a person steals property and, at or immediately before or after the stealing, uses or threatens to use actual violence to obtain the property or to prevent or overcome resistance.

  • What’s the penalty?

    • Up to 1 year imprisonment.

    • Up to 7 years if linked to a criminal organisation.


  • What must police prove?

    • The accused stole property.

    • At or immediately before/after the stealing, the accused used or threatened violence.

    • The violence or threat was intended to obtain the property or overcome resistance.

    • The accused was the person responsible.



  • Are there defences?

    Yes — including self defence, duress, mistaken identity, or that the fight was private and not alarming to the public.

  • What are the consequences of a conviction?

    Robbery is one of the most serious dishonesty offences in Queensland. A conviction can mean:

    • Lengthy imprisonment (up to life).

    • A permanent criminal record.

    • Severe impacts on employment, travel, and reputation.



  • How can Coral Coast Law Help?

    Our criminal defence team can:

    • Analyse whether the prosecution can prove each element.

    • Challenge the admissibility of evidence (CCTV, witness statements, forensic material).

    • Identify and raise possible defences.

    • Negotiate with prosecutors where appropriate.

    • Represent you in court to achieve the best possible outcome.



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Being charged with robbery is extremely serious. Courts treat these matters with the utmost gravity, especially where weapons or violence are alleged.


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