Robbery Sentencing Details Inquiry

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Armed robbery in North Carolina can lead to severe penalties, especially with prior convictions. Jurisdiction depends on crime specifics, such as location and federal interest. Cases involving federally insured banks may still be prosecuted at the state level. Consult a local attorney for detailed guidance.

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I am looking for details regarding the 131 year sentence given to my husband Christopher Brian Collins in * in Guilford County NC
Hi ****! Can you please provide more details about the crime or charges that led to your husband's sentence? This will help me provide you with more accurate information.
He was found guilty of robbery with dangerous weapon for bank robberies
In North Carolina, armed robbery or robbery with a dangerous weapon can result in severe penalties, including long prison sentences. The sentence can be influenced by factors such as:
- The use of a weapon during the robbery.
- Prior criminal record.
- Number of offenses committed.
Would you like to be connected with local lawyers who can assist you further with your husband's case?
If my husband has a prior federal conviction for bank robbery in New York where he served 8 years in federal prison then why did his case not go to federal court?
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****, the decision of whether a case goes to federal or state court often depends on the specific circumstances of the crime. Here are some factors:
- Jurisdiction: If the crime occurred within a single state and didn't involve federal property or federal institutions, it might be prosecuted at the state level.
- Federal Interest: Not all crimes that could be prosecuted federally are taken up by federal prosecutors.
Would you like to know more about how jurisdiction is determined for such cases?
Yes because his case involves * robberies of federally insured banks and credit unions using guns stealing $*,* committed by a man with prior federal convictions
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****, this might be a high-value case due to its complexity and the severity of the charges. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
Can you provide a bit more information about your husband's legal issue?