FOCL Practice Test

What action did Carl take that qualifies as robbery?

1. Forcefully entering Louise's home

2. Demanding money with a threat

3. Breaking into the ATM

4. Stealing her car

The correct answer is: Demanding money with a threat

Robbery is defined as the act of taking property from a person or their immediate presence by means of force or intimidation. The choice involving demanding money with a threat directly corresponds to this definition. By threatening someone while demanding money, Carl is using intimidation to exert control over the victim, which is a key element of the crime of robbery. This act goes beyond just stealing; it involves the application of force or the threat of force to ensure compliance from the victim, making it a more serious offense. The other choices reflect different criminal behaviors but do not meet the specific criteria for robbery. For instance, forcefully entering someone's home may involve burglary, while breaking into an ATM does not involve direct confrontation with a person. Stealing a car can be classified as theft or grand theft auto, but again, it does not include the element of intimidation or force directed at a person, which is essential for a charge of robbery.