Robbery Defense Lawyers in Nashville, TN
Serving Clients in Mount Juliet, Brentwood & Franklin
According to Tennessee Code Annotated § 39-13-401, robbery is the "intentional or knowing theft of property from the person of another by violence or putting the person in fear." Whether you were charged with using force to steal a woman's purse, brandishing a knife to compel a cashier to give you money, or any other crime, you need a Nashville robbery defense attorney who is skilled in handling these cases.
By itself, robbery is considered a Class C felony crime, which carries between 3 and 15 years of prison time and fines up to $10,000. However, the offense may be elevated to aggravated robbery if the perpetrator uses a deadly weapon (or what appears to be a deadly weapon) or causes serious bodily harm to the victim. The crime can be escalated even further to especially aggravated robbery when the perpetrator uses a deadly weapon and causes serious bodily harm to the victim. This offense is considered a Class A felony and carries the very harshest penalties under the law.
At May McKinney, we defend people accused of robbery in Nashville and throughout Tennessee. Our attorneys have almost 80 years of legal experience and the dedication to pursue the best outcome for each client, even in the most complex cases.
For a confidential review of your case, call (615) 265-6383 to speak with our Nashville robbery attorneys today.
Robbery FAQs
How much jail time do you get for unarmed robbery?
A conviction for unarmed robbery is ordinarily punished by 3 to 15 years in prison. However, if you don't have a weapon but still cause serious bodily injury (say, by punching the victim), you could be charged with aggravated robbery.
How much time can you get for aggravated robbery?
Aggravated robbery is a Class B felony punishable by 8 to 30 years in prison. Especially aggravated robbery is the most serious robbery charge. It is a Class A felony punishable by 15 to 60 years in prison.
What does the prosecution have to prove?
As stated in TCA § 39-13-401, robbery is "the intentional or knowing theft of property from the person of another by violence or putting the person in fear." The words "intentional" and "knowing" are very important as is the word "fear". The state must prove that the defendant acted with intent or with knowledge to take something or put someone in fear. For your Nashville robbery defense attorney, this provides at least one possible defense strategy. Another possible defense strategy is to get the charge reduced to one carrying lesser penalties.
How will you pay legal fees if you hire a lawyer?
The cost of legal representation can be a big obstacle for people charged with robbery. You are entitled to representation from a public defender, but keep in mind this fact: a public defender has a heavy caseload and may not be able to give your case the attention it deserves. Private defense lawyers can generally devote much more time to each case, and they often have much more experience than public defenders. A family member is often the best source of funds to pay for the costs of a private defense attorney. And when multiple family members join to share the cost of defense, the individual burden placed on each goes down.
Call for a Review of Your Nashville Robbery Charges
No two robbery cases are the same, and it will take a strategic analysis and meticulous investigation to determine how to best protect your interests. With our experience and our commitment to taking a fiercely committed approach to our clients’ cases, we at May & McKinney can pursue the results you need.
To schedule a free initial consultation about robbery, aggravated robbery, or any other criminal matter, contact our Nashville robbery attorneys at (615) 265-6383 today.
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"A Great Firm to work with!!"Mr. McKinney assisted my daughter with two separate cases. Both were handled very professionally and had very positive outcomes. He was always helpful when meetings were held and assisted in making this extremely stressful time easier for her. I would recommend his firm to anyone who needs the assistance of very capable, professional, caring attorneys.- L.R.
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"Repeat offender facing time"When I got I hemmed up in Gallatin and caught two charges, I was told I was facing 180 days plus an extra 180-365 days serving time. I told my folks I was tired of taking chances with amateurs when It came to a legal defense lawyer. I initially called Frank Lannom's office, but they regrettably informed they did not practice in Sumner but they knew who did that was just as good and experienced. They gaveme the number to Mr. McKinneys office here. I called them up and Ms Savannah Edmonds met with me that day on a zoom meeting. I gave a very professional summarization of my charges , sentance they carried, as well as the exact figure they would charge. She even called me back to correct herself on something she said wrong. I thought that was exceptionally professional. Needless to say I knew May and McKinney were the lawyers I want defending me. It's easy to make back money. You can't get your time back. Anyway today was the first day of court with my Lawyer. And my first offer was "both charges dismissed" . Now you can't get much better than that. If you want to save money, take the amateurs and risk loosing your life, your name, your integrity or hire the professionals of May and McKinney and get results. Remember "you get what ya pay for" and with May and Mckinney it's well worth every penny !- Robert F.
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"So grateful"Can't say enough good things about Rob and his team. I have used him on 2 or 3 occasions in different areas of law, He provided us with a caring , comforting atmosphere and explained all aspects of the steps necessary to achieve our desired outcome. Will highly recommend Mr. McKinney in whatever aspect of what the problem is . You will not regret it.- Donna Pearson
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"No Nonsense, Knowledgable & Organized"Savannah was absolutely amazing! She made me feel at ease during a very stressful time, reassuring me every step of the way that my case was in good hands. Her confidence in achieving the best outcome was completely justified. I reached out frequently with questions and she or the team always responded promptly and thoroughly. On top of their exceptional service, their pricing was better than any other law firm I contacted. I would recommend May McKinney a thousand times over!- Matthew C.
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""Do yourself a favor, make Rob your flavor.""I was visiting friends in Nashville and sightseeing around the Titan stadium when about 8 officers drew their weapons on me from a good 100+ feet away, demanding that I freeze and put my hands in the air. My first response was to pull out my knife while i tried to gain focus on who and why this was happening. Is this a joke? Am i being robbed possibly? That was the thoughts racing through my mind. Apparently, someone had called and said someone with a backpack threatened to blow up the stadium, WOW! I understand these officers were doing their job but after they searched me and found I was innocent they still charged me with two counts of aggravated assault on a police officer and a few others for good measure. My lawyer Rob Mckinney knew i was being honest and meant no one harm, but I was really scared that it may turn out very differently due to the circumstances. He not only got my charges dismissed but my record expunged as well. I'm forever grateful and would recommend this legal team for anyone in need of a most stellar lawyer. Thanks again Rob and the rest of the team.- Eric A
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"Forever Grateful"I want to personally thank Mr. Rob and Ms. Shyanne for everything they have done for me that took me to the resolution of being able to go on with my life. I’m forever blessed to have met them and had them in my life at a very rough time. Thank you.- K.
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"It's a Comfort to Have You On My Side"
I just wanted to say thank you for everything you have been doing for me. It's comforting to know I've got you on my side. You're the BEST!!
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"Made a Horrible Situation Bearable"
Shyanne immediately knew what to do and handled my case with professionalism and expertise. She made a horrible situation bearable and stayed with me throughout the process.
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