What is second degree robbery in the state of KY?

Answer 1

Robbery is covered in Section 515 of the Kentucky Revised Statutes.

KRS 515.020 is Robbery in the 1st Degree and KRS 515.030 is Robbery in the 2nd Degree.

515.030 states a person is guilty of Robbery in the Second Degree when, in the course of committing theft, he uses or threatens the immediate use of physical force upon another person with intent to accomplish the theft.

Robbery in the Second Degree is a Class C Felony which carries 5 to 10 years of state time.

Kentucky case law holds that a Robbery charge is appropriate for theft and for attempted theft, so long as force is used or threatened.

Robbery in the 1st Degree requires physical injury, a weapon, or the use or threat of use of a dangerous instrument. Robbery 1 is a Class B felony which carries 10 to 20 years of state time.