ROBBERY - Section 8 Theft Act 1968

Question 1

What is the definition of Robbery?

Answer 1

A person commits robbery if he…..
Steals and immediately before or at the time of doing so and order to do so he uses force on any person or puts or seeks to put any person in fear of being then and there subjected to force

Question 2

What must be completed for a full offence of robbery?

Answer 2

A full offence of THEFT must be completed.

Question 3

What does FORCE mean when used against any person?

Answer 3

Force can be a mere nudge.

Question 4

Does FORCE have to be actually used?

Answer 4

No, the THREAT of force can be enough.

Question 5

Does the threat need to be to the person who has the property?

Answer 5

No, the threat does not need to be to the person who has the property.

Question 6

Is it necessary for the victim to be frightened?

Answer 6

The robber only needs to intend to put the person in fear.

Question 7

Can the robber’s victim be put in fear of another?

Answer 7

A person cannot fear for the safety of another person.

Question 8

What type of offence is Robbery?

Answer 8

INDICTABLE OFFENCE ONLY

LIFE IMPRISONMENT.