Describe the difference between simple robbery and armed robbery, listing what elements the prosecutor must prove to get a conviction for each. Additionally, what elements must a prosecutor prove to get a longer sentence?
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The essential elements of robbery are a taking and carrying away of the property of another, the intent to steal that property, property taken from the person or in the presence of a person, and the use of force or threat of the use of imminent force. Simple robbery is carried out without a weapon, armed robbery with a weapon. In armed robbery, sentences are longer for robberies using firearms, longer still for robberies where the defendants brandished a firearm, and longer still if the firearm is discharged during the robbery.
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Pretrial motions serve which of the following purposes?
A) To compel attendance of witnesses for testimony B) To streamline the trial by resolving some of the claims before trial C) To impose sanctions on the attorney who is not prepared for trial D) None of the above
___ evidence is designed to discredit the other side's evidence.
a. Direct b. Rebuttal c. Opening d. Closing
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)