What to do if my son was arrested for attempted robbery in the 2nd degree?
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What to do if my son was arrested for attempted robbery in the 2nd degree?
If convicted what could be the sentence? It is his first offense.
Asked on September 13, 2014 under Criminal Law, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Robbery is governed by California Penal code section 211. Attempted second degree robbery is considered a felony and punishable as a straight felony (no half sentences as in other "attempt" crimes). So a sentence could be 16 months, 2 or three years. See penal code section 213. Hire an attorney.
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