Robbery
Ala. Code § 13A-8-43 — force or a threat during a theft, a Class C felony and up from there
| Degree | What it adds | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| DegreeThird | What it addsUsing force against someone, or threatening imminent force, in the course of a theft | GradeClass C felony |
| DegreeSecond | What it addsHelp from another person actually present | GradeClass B felony |
| DegreeFirst | What it addsBeing armed with a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument, or causing serious physical injury | GradeClass A felony |
Who handles this in Alabama: Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral Service; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Alabama directory.
Something that looks like a weapon. Having an article used or shaped so a person present would reasonably believe it is a deadly weapon, or saying so, is prima facie evidence of being armed.
Sources for this section (3)
- Ala. Code § 13A-8-41 — Robbery in the First Degree
- Ala. Code § 13A-8-42 — Robbery in the Second Degree
- Ala. Code § 13A-8-43 — Robbery in the Third Degree
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Alabama attorney.