What are robbery, theft, and burglary?
These offences involve unlawfully taking another person’s property. Depending on the circumstances, the conduct may amount to theft, robbery, or burglary, each carrying different levels of severity under Australian law.

Types of offences:

• Theft: taking property without consent.
• Robbery: taking property using or threatening violence.
• Burglary: unlawfully entering a property, building, or vehicle to steal or commit another crime.

Penalties:

• Minor theft may result in fines or non-custodial sentences.
• Robbery and burglary generally carry heavier penalties, including lengthy prison terms.

How can Nguyen Do Lawyers assist you?

• Assessing the legality of evidence such as surveillance, witness testimony, and police procedure.
• Building a defence strategy—such as lack of intent, mistaken ownership, or unreliable evidence.
• Negotiating with prosecutors to reduce charges or secure alternative sentencing options.

Contact Nguyen Do Lawyers today for legal advice and defence in theft, robbery, and burglary cases.