LD 7: Criminal Law: Robbery and Carjacking
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What is one essential element that characterizes the crime of robbery?

  • Using threats without taking property
  • Taking property against the owner's will using force (correct)
  • Theft of property without force
  • Destruction of property

    • Robbery can only occur if the property is taken directly from a person's hands.

    False

    What crime did the two older boys commit when they took the jacket from the younger boy?

    robbery

    The masked men committed robbery when they took equipment while the night watchman was ______.

    <p>tied up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario is an example of robbery?

    <p>A boy is threatened and his jacket is forcibly taken</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action constitutes robbery according to the examples given?

    <p>Using force to take property from another person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for an act to be classified as robbery?

    <p>Force or fear against the person’s will</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Carjacking is considered a felony offense.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following descriptions with their corresponding examples of robbery:

    <p>Using force to take a handbag = First scenario with the woman Taking property while a person is tied up = Scenario with the night watchman Removing a jacket from a younger boy by intimidation = Scenario with the older boys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Robbery includes the element of ______ which distinguishes it from theft.

    <p>force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the specific intent required in robbery?

    <p>To permanently deprive the person of the property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A robbery is committed when taking property from a person with _____ or fear.

    <p>force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Robbery = Taking property by force or fear Carjacking = Taking a motor vehicle by force Felony = A serious crime Misdemeanor = A less serious crime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which situation would classify the borrowing of a dress as robbery?

    <p>The roommate threatens to destroy clothes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Taking a motor vehicle temporarily does not constitute carjacking.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could escalate a situation from borrowing to robbery?

    <p>Using force or threats in the borrowing process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following elements is NOT required for a robbery to occur?

    <p>With consent of the owner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Robbery is classified as a misdemeanor.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'immediate presence' in the context of robbery?

    <p>An area where the victim could reasonably be expected to control their property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In robbery, _____ means a reasonable apprehension of danger to oneself or another.

    <p>fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Force = Overcoming resistance by exertion or threat Fear = Apprehension of danger Immediate presence = Area of potential control over property Robbery = Felony involving taking property by force or fear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario best exemplifies robbery?

    <p>A person demanding money from another with a gun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the legal classification of robbery?

    <p>Felony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT required to establish the crime of robbery?

    <p>Using a weapon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the term 'immediate presence' in robbery?

    <p>A location where the victim is physically present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of robbery, the term 'force' can best be defined as?

    <p>Using physical strength to overpower a victim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario exemplifies robbery according to the presented definitions?

    <p>Forcibly grabbing a bag from someone's shoulder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What constitutes a reasonable apprehension of danger during a robbery?

    <p>A fear that a person may be injured or have their property damaged</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes robbery from simple theft?

    <p>Robbery entails taking property in the immediate presence against a person's will through force or fear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario would the act of taking a dress be classified as robbery?

    <p>Taking the dress while threatening to burn it if not allowed to wear it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a required element for an act to be classified as robbery?

    <p>There must be an intent to permanently deprive the owner of their property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the legal classification of carjacking in relation to robbery?

    <p>Carjacking is considered a felony similar to robbery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions would not constitute robbery?

    <p>Taking a bike with the owner present but without using force.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with robbery?

    <p>A clear intent to borrow the item temporarily.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of being convicted of robbery?

    <p>A felony record with mandatory minimum sentences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of legal classifications, what primarily differentiates carjacking from traditional robbery?

    <p>Carjacking involves only vehicles, while robbery can involve any property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic that differentiates robbery from theft?

    <p>The use of force or fear during the act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios would constitute robbery?

    <p>An individual demands a wallet from another person while threatening them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which Penal Code section is robbery covered?

    <p>Section 211</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for an act to be classified as carjacking?

    <p>Taking a vehicle without the owner's consent in the presence of the owner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by the term 'immediate presence' in robbery?

    <p>When the property is within sight of the victim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an essential element required for a robbery to occur?

    <p>Presence of a weapon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What classification does robbery fall under within the legal system?

    <p>Felony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these actions could elevate a situation involving theft to robbery?

    <p>The thief threatening a bystander to gain compliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Robbery

    • Defined as taking personal property from another against their will using force or fear.
    • Requires specific intent to permanently deprive the person of their property.
    • Classified as a felony.

    Carjacking

    • Involves taking a motor vehicle from a possessor or passenger through force or fear.
    • Intent can be to temporarily or permanently deprive the owner.
    • Also considered a felony.

    Crime Elements for Robbery Arrest

    • Taking of personal property from the person or immediate presence of the victim.
    • Action must be against the person’s will.
    • Accomplished through means of force or fear.

    Immediate Presence

    • Refers to the area where a victim can reasonably exercise control over their property.

    Force

    • Defined as overcoming resistance through strength, power, threat, or duress.
    • Any force exerted against the victim is sufficient for a robbery charge.

    Fear

    • Represents a reasonable apprehension of danger to oneself or another.
    • A reasonable person in similar circumstances would also experience fear of injury or damage to property.

    Learning Activity Insights

    • Distinguish between theft and robbery: removal of property without consent may not constitute robbery unless force or threat is involved.
    • Example scenarios highlight that robbery can still occur even if property is taken from an immediate presence rather than directly from the victim.
    • Threatening harm, such as destroying property, escalates the situation to robbery if it instills fear in the owner.

    Crime Elements of Robbery

    • Robbery involves the unlawful taking of another person's property.
    • Property must be taken from the individual or their immediate presence.
    • The act must be against the owner's will.
    • The crime is accomplished through the use of force or fear.

    Classification of Robbery

    • Robbery is legally classified as a felony, indicating a serious offense.

    Essential Terms

    • Immediate Presence: Refers to the area where a victim could reasonably exert control over their property.
    • Force: Involves overcoming resistance through physical strength, power, threats, or duress; any force applied to the victim qualifies.
    • Fear: Constitutes a reasonable apprehension of danger, where a reasonable person would fear for their safety or that of their possessions.

    Definition of Robbery

    • Defined as taking personal property from another, with intent to permanently deprive them, utilizing force or fear.
    • Specifically codified under Penal Code Section 211.

    Carjacking

    • Carjacking is defined as taking a motor vehicle from a person or immediate presence through force or fear.
    • This crime also aims to permanently or temporarily deprive the possessor or passenger of the vehicle and is classified as a felony.

    Learning Objectives

    • Students should be able to identify crime elements for:
      • Robbery
      • Carjacking
    • Understand and classify robbery as a felony.

    Workbook Learning Activities

    • Example scenario analyzing a potential robbery: A roommate borrows a dress without permission, prompting questions about what constitutes robbery based on threats and control over property.
    • Activities encourage application of learned material regarding crime classification and the elements necessary for arrest in robbery and carjacking cases.

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    Description

    This quiz covers key concepts of robbery and carjacking, including definitions and legal implications. Test your understanding of the elements necessary to classify these actions as felonies. Explore the intricacies of taking property through force or fear.

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