HRS §708-841
What counts as second-degree robbery
This law defines second-degree robbery. It happens when someone uses force or threats during a theft or car taking, or recklessly causes serious injury. It is a serious crime called a class B felony.
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The statute, as written — Robbery in the second degree
(1) A person commits the offense of robbery in the second degree if, in the course of committing theft or non-consensual taking of a motor vehicle: (a) The person uses force against the person of anyone present with the intent to overcome that person's physical resistance or physical power of resistance; (b) The person threatens the imminent use of force against the person of anyone who is present with intent to compel acquiescence to the taking of or escaping with the property; or (c) The person recklessly inflicts serious bodily injury upon another. (2) Robbery in the second degree is a class B felony.
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