Castle Rock Robbery Lawyer

Robbery Attorney in Castle Rock, CO

Robbery is a violent crime, meaning that Colorado courts penalize it very seriously. If you have been charged with robbery, you need a dedicated Castle Rock robbery lawyer who can fiercely advocate for your rights. It can be overwhelming to face this situation, and you need a strong and strategic defense. The right attorney can assess your options for defense or how you may be able to minimize the consequences of a conviction.

Fuller & Ahern, P.C.: Your Castle Rock Robbery Attorney

Our firm has served Castle Rock and Douglas County for nearly 30 years. Our team of skilled criminal defense attorneys has over 75 collective years of legal experience, and we are proud to advocate for the futures of those in our community. Our goal is a personalized and detail-oriented legal defense to help you secure the ideal outcome in your case. Our team includes former Deputy District Attorneys.

We know these cases can be stressful and overwhelming, and we want to help you protect your future. Our team keeps you informed throughout the process, so you know what each step of the legal process is likely to entail. We can help represent you in the Douglas County Courthouse or other criminal courts.

What Is a Robbery Offense in Castle Rock?

Robbery is an offense that occurs when a person takes valuable property from another person or in that person’s presence, by using threats, force, or intimidation. In Colorado, it is a felony offense, charged as a class 4 felony. Conviction of this offense in July 2020 or after can lead to:

• A minimum of two years imprisonment, up to six years
• A mandatory period of three years of parole
• Fines between $2,000 and $500,000

There may be other consequences to a robbery conviction, including restitution to the victim of the offense, as well as a criminal record that can affect the rest of your life. It’s crucial that you get the legal defense you deserve to potentially mitigate or avoid these penalties.

Robbery Offenses in Castle Rock and Colorado

In Colorado, there were 2,884 robbery arrests in 2025. Of these cases:

• 7% resulted in no injury, and 29.9% resulted in apparent minor injury
• 8% occurred in a commercial location, and 36.9% happened in a parking lot, on a road, or on campus
• 9% involved personal weapons like hands or fists, and 27.3% involved a firearm

There was one robbery arrest reported by the Castle Rock Police Department in the same year, with 21 total arrests from 2021 to 2025. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office reported 16 robbery arrests in 2025, 20% of which resulted in apparent minor injuries. A firearm was involved in 12.5% of the 16 robbery arrests.

When Is Robbery Aggravated?

A robbery offense can become an aggravated robbery offense under certain circumstances, increasing the penalties you could face. An aggravated robbery is a robbery offense if, during or immediately after the offense, one of the following circumstances applies:

• The offender is armed with a deadly weapon, intending to use it to kill or harm another person if they are resisted
• The offender knowingly harms a person with a deadly weapon, or puts a person in reasonable fear of death or injury
• The offender has an article made to lead another person to reasonably believe they are armed with a deadly weapon

Aggravated robbery is a class 3 felony. A class 3 felony generally results in a minimum of four to 12 years of imprisonment, but there is an additional four years added to the presumptive range because aggravated robbery is an offense that has a great risk of harm. Other penalties include:

• A mandatory three-year parole period
• Fines between $3,000 and $750,000

Aggravated robbery is a violent offense and is treated even more harshly by prosecutors.

FAQs

What Is the Sentence for Robbery in Colorado?

The sentence for robbery in Colorado, if committed in or after July 2020, is between two and six years of imprisonment, and a mandatory period of parole for three years. The sentences also include a fine of between $2,000 and $500,000. There are other collateral consequences of a criminal conviction, including a criminal record that can affect employment, housing, loans, and more.

How Do You Beat a Robbery Charge?

You are most likely to beat a robbery charge if you hire a robbery lawyer to represent your interests. Robbery charges can result in serious penalties if you are convicted. An attorney can help you build a defense against these charges or consider other options to dismiss or reduce the charges against you. The right defense for your case will depend on your circumstances, and a defense attorney has substantial experience in criminal law and can review your options.

When Is Robbery a Felony in Colorado?

Robbery is always a felony in Colorado. It is a class 4 felony, and becomes a class 3 felony if the offense is aggravated. Felonies have much more severe penalties compared to misdemeanors, including higher sentences and fines. This is especially true of violent offenses like robbery, and the offense of aggravated robbery requires an additional two years to the sentence given for a class 3 felony.

What Are the Three Elements of Robbery in Colorado?

The three elements of robbery in Colorado are when someone 1) knowingly takes something valuable, 2) takes it from someone or in their presence, and 3) takes it from another person through force, threats, or intimidation. The offense becomes aggravated when there are circumstances like the offender being armed with a deadly weapon with the intent to use it, or leading the victim to reasonably believe they are armed.

Hire a Robbery Lawyer in Castle Rock Today

If you or someone you love is facing charges for robbery, reach out to Fuller & Ahern, P. C. today. There are options for a defense, including arguing an alibi or innocence, or proving that the property you took belonged to you. An attorney can also assess whether the evidence against you was secured legally. The right defense will depend on your specific situation, and our team can provide you with a tailored strategy for your defense.