Robbery Lawyer in Baltimore County, Maryland
Experienced Robbery Defense in Towson and Surrounding Baltimore County
Robbery is a felony in Maryland. A conviction can result in a significant prison sentence and lasting consequences. Shepard Law provides dedicated criminal defense representation for individuals facing robbery charges in Towson, Essex, Catonsville, and throughout Baltimore County.
Stephen P. Shepard, the firm’s founder and principal attorney, brings more than 13 years of focused experience defending clients in Baltimore County District and Circuit Courts. Contact Shepard Law today at (410) 648-4008 for a confidential, free consultation.
What Robbery Means Under Maryland Law
Criminal Law § 3-402 prohibits committing or attempting to commit robbery. Robbery is the taking of property from another person by force or by threat of force. The State must prove that the accused took the property, that the taking was from the person or in the person’s presence, and that force or the threat of force was used. The charge is a felony.
Robbery is distinct from theft. Theft does not require force or the threat of force. When force or the threat of force is present, the charge is robbery rather than theft.
Maximum Penalty
A person convicted of robbery under § 3-402 is guilty of a felony. The maximum penalty is 15 years in prison. The court may also order restitution. Because the charge is a felony, the case is heard in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County, which sits only in Towson.
Where These Cases Are Heard
Robbery is a felony. The case is filed in and heard in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County in Towson. Related misdemeanor charges, if any, may begin in District Court in Towson, Essex, or Catonsville, but the felony count controls the forum. A jury trial is available because the maximum penalty exceeds 90 days.
Defense Issues That Can Arise
Robbery cases often turn on specific factual and legal questions. These can include:
- Whether force or the threat of force was used
- Whether the property was taken from the person or in the person’s presence
- Identification of the accused
- The lawfulness of any search, seizure, or statement
- The sufficiency of the evidence connecting the accused to the offense
Each case depends on the evidence the State can present and the defenses that the facts support.
Why Choose Shepard Law for a Robbery Charge in Baltimore County
Shepard Law concentrates exclusively on criminal defense in Baltimore County. Stephen P. Shepard is recognized by Super Lawyers as a “Rising Star,” by Avvo with a 10.0 “Superb” rating, by Martindale-Hubbell as a “Client Champion Platinum,” and by The National Trial Lawyers as a “Top 40 Under 40.” He is an active member of the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorneys Association and regularly appears in Baltimore County courts.
Our Towson office, located at 303 W. Pennsylvania Avenue, Towson, MD 21204, serves clients across Baltimore County. At Shepard Law, you receive client-centered and compassionate representation focused on your individual needs and long-term well-being.
Take the Next Step – Contact a Robbery Lawyer in Towson Today
Call Shepard Law at (410) 648-4008 or complete our secure online contact form for a free, confidential consultation. We also offer jail visits for a fee when needed. Attorney Stephen P. Shepard is prepared to listen carefully to your story and provide the client-centered and compassionate representation you deserve on a robbery charge in Baltimore County.
