Legal Definitions - aggravated robbery

Aggravated robbery is a type of robbery that involves the use of a dangerous weapon or the infliction of bodily harm on the victim during the robbery. It is a serious crime that is punished more severely than simple robbery.

• If someone robs a convenience store with a gun, it is considered aggravated robbery.
• If someone robs a bank and hurts a teller in the process, it is also considered aggravated robbery.
• Some states also consider robbery to be aggravated if the victim is a child or an elderly person.

These examples illustrate how the use of a dangerous weapon or the infliction of bodily harm during a robbery can elevate the crime to aggravated robbery. The severity of the crime is increased because the victim is put in greater danger and is more likely to suffer physical harm.