P. v. Veliz CA2/8
Convicting someone of attempted robbery does not require proof of force or fear, because a robbery attempt may not have progressed to the stage of force or fear. This case illustrates the principle. Benjamin Veliz tried to take Johnny Brown’s bicycle outside of Benny’s Liquor Store. Brown confronted Veliz, who— after a standoff—eventually walked away. We affirm Veliz’s conviction for attempted robbery. We also reject his claim the
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