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24/7 Robbery Bail Assistance in Philadelphia
A robbery arrest can involve serious felony allegations and questions about bail eligibility, court proceedings, and possible release restrictions. Pennsylvania law separates robbery involving serious bodily injury, threats, bodily injury, force, and other specified conduct.
Center City Bail Bonds provides 24/7 assistance for families seeking court-ordered bail information throughout Philadelphia and our five-county Pennsylvania service area. We can help you understand known bail information and review professional bond arrangements when legally authorized.
The court decides whether release is permitted and which conditions apply.
Robbery Charges in Pennsylvania
Under 18 Pa.C.S. § 3701, robbery is defined by specified conduct that happens in the course of committing a theft. That includes an attempted theft and flight after the attempt or the theft.
Robbery differs from theft because the statute adds elements such as serious bodily injury, threats, bodily injury, force, or a demand made to a financial institution employee.
Robbery is graded as a first, second, or third-degree felony depending on the subsection. When the object of the robbery is a controlled substance or designer drug, it is a first-degree felony. Robbery of a motor vehicle is a separate offense under § 3702.
The court makes a separate bail decision under the release rules. A charge is an allegation, not a finding of guilt.
Types of Robbery Charges
These are statutory scenarios within §§ 3701 and 3702, not six independent offenses. The grade in any case comes from the charging documents.
Robbery Involving Serious Bodily Injury
18 Pa.C.S. § 3701(a)(1)(i)
Alleges that serious bodily injury was inflicted on another person in the course of committing a theft.
Charge Classification
Generally a first-degree felony.
Threats of Serious Bodily Injury
18 Pa.C.S. § 3701(a)(1)(ii)
Alleges threatening another person with, or intentionally putting them in fear of, immediate serious bodily injury in the course of a theft. No weapon or actual injury is required by this subsection.
Charge Classification
Generally a first-degree felony.
Robbery Involving Another Serious Felony
18 Pa.C.S. § 3701(a)(1)(iii)
Alleges committing, or threatening immediately to commit, a first or second-degree felony in the course of a theft.
Charge Classification
Generally a first-degree felony.
Robbery Involving Bodily Injury
18 Pa.C.S. § 3701(a)(1)(iv)
Alleges inflicting bodily injury, or threatening or intentionally putting someone in fear of immediate bodily injury, in the course of a theft.
Charge Classification
Generally a second-degree felony, or first-degree when the object is a controlled substance or designer drug under § 3701(b)(2).
Robbery Involving Force
18 Pa.C.S. § 3701(a)(1)(v)
Alleges physically taking or removing property from the person of another by force, however slight. Taking property without force from the person is not covered by this subsection.
Charge Classification
Generally a third-degree felony, or first-degree when the object is a controlled substance or designer drug under § 3701(b)(2).
Robbery of a Motor Vehicle
18 Pa.C.S. § 3702
A separate statute covering stealing or taking a motor vehicle from another person in the presence of that person or any other person in lawful possession of the vehicle.
Charge Classification
A first-degree felony. The statute also directs a sentencing enhancement under the sentencing guidelines.
Pennsylvania Robbery Penalties
General maximum prison terms under § 1103. These are ceilings, not automatic or typical sentences, and they are not bail amounts.
First-Degree Felony
18 Pa.C.S. § 1103(1)
General maximum imprisonment of 20 years.
Second-Degree Felony
18 Pa.C.S. § 1103(2)
General maximum imprisonment of 10 years.
Third-Degree Felony
18 Pa.C.S. § 1103(3)
General maximum imprisonment of 7 years.
- Robbery under § 3701(a)(1)(vi), a demand for money made to a financial institution employee, is generally a second-degree felony. Under § 3701(b)(2), robbery is a first-degree felony when its object is a controlled substance or designer drug.
- Other sentencing laws and case-specific circumstances may apply. Sentencing is separate from bail.
Official sources:18 Pa.C.S. § 3701(opens in a new tab)18 Pa.C.S. § 1103(opens in a new tab)
Types of Bail in Pennsylvania
Rule 524 lists the forms of release a bail authority may order. A robbery allegation does not set one universal bail amount, and some serious cases may fall within Pennsylvania's constitutional exceptions to bail.
Release on Recognizance
Release on a written promise to appear in court and follow the bail conditions, with no money required.
Release on Nonmonetary Conditions
Release on recognizance plus conditions set by the court, such as reporting requirements or travel restrictions. Rule 527 describes these conditions.
Unsecured Bail
The person agrees to be liable for a set amount if they fail to appear or follow conditions, but nothing is deposited at release.
Nominal Bail
Release after depositing a nominal amount, such as one dollar, with a designated person or organization acting as surety.
Monetary Bail
Release after depositing the full amount or another security the court accepts. A professional bail bond is one way to meet a monetary condition when the court permits it.
Official sources:Pa.R.Crim.P. 524 (Types of Release on Bail)(opens in a new tab)
How Much Does Robbery Bail Cost?
There is no universal robbery bail amount in Pennsylvania, and no standard range for first, second, or third-degree robbery.
The bail authority decides whether monetary bail is appropriate using the Rule 523 criteria, such as the nature of the offense, prior record, and community ties. Rule 528 says any amount must be no greater than necessary and account for financial ability.
A court-authorized percentage deposit is different from a professional bail bond arrangement.
Pennsylvania Bail Calculator
Enter a court-ordered monetary bail amount to see the full amount and an illustrative 10% court deposit. The 10% figure is an example of a court-authorized deposit, not a professional bail fee or a prediction of robbery bail.
Pennsylvania Bail Calculator
Full Monetary Bail
$10,000.00
Example 10% Court Deposit
$1,000.00
Illustration Only. Requires Court Authorization.
This calculator provides an example only. The court determines bail and whether a percentage deposit is allowed. It does not estimate bail bond company fees, guarantee release, or represent a payment quote. Contact Center City Bail Bonds to discuss your situation.
Get Bail HelpCourt-Ordered Bail
The bail authority decides whether monetary bail applies and sets any amount.
Robbery Charge Considerations
The subsection charged and the allegations are part of the picture, but they do not set a figure.
Court Percentage Deposits
A court may allow an eligible percentage deposit under Rule 528 when it authorizes one.
Professional Bail Bonds
A professional surety arrangement may involve fees, collateral, or cosigner obligations set out in writing.
Official sources:Pa.R.Crim.P. 523 (Release Criteria)(opens in a new tab)Pa.R.Crim.P. 528 (Monetary Condition of Release)(opens in a new tab)
Robbery Bail Bond Payment Options
Relevant only when monetary bail is set. Approval and terms are never guaranteed in advance.
Payment Arrangements
We can discuss available arrangements once a bail order is known and the bond is approved.
Collateral
Collateral requirements depend on the approved arrangement and its written terms.
Cosigners
A cosigner may be responsible if the defendant does not appear. Read the agreement carefully.
Written Bond Terms
Every fee and obligation should be in writing. Review the terms before you sign.
Can You Get Bail for Robbery?
A robbery charge does not automatically remove the right to bail. These factors shape what the court requires.
Statutory Robbery Grade
Whether the charge is graded F1, F2, or F3 is part of the nature of the offense under Rule 523.
Alleged Force or Injury
Allegations of injury, threats, or force are part of what the court reviews.
Prior Criminal History
Prior record is one of the release criteria the bail authority weighs.
Court Appearance History
A history of appearing, or failing to appear, in court matters to the decision.
Public Safety and Release Conditions
The court may set conditions such as stay-away orders in addition to or instead of money.
Other Warrants or Holds
An open warrant or detainer from another matter can prevent release on the robbery case.
Official sources:Pa.R.Crim.P. 523(opens in a new tab)Pa.R.Crim.P. 527(opens in a new tab)
What Happens After a Robbery Arrest?
A typical sequence for a custodial arrest. Procedures vary by county.
Step 1: Arrest and Investigation
Police investigate the report and may arrest with or without a warrant.
Step 2: Booking and Processing
Processing usually includes fingerprints, photographs, and records checks.
Step 3: Preliminary Arraignment
The defendant appears before an issuing authority under Rule 540 and receives the complaint.
Step 4: Bail and Release Determination
The issuing authority decides the type of release and any conditions, or denial where the law allows.
Step 5: Release and Court Responsibilities
Once conditions are met and no hold applies, the person is released and must attend every date.
No release time is guaranteed.
How Robbery Bail Bonds Work
What you and Center City do together when monetary bail has been set.
For the general process in any case, see How Bail Bonds Work in Pennsylvania.
Need help understanding the bail process?
Get Bail HelpStep 1: Tell Us About the Arrest
Share the person's name, county, and where they are held. Please do not share details about the alleged offense.
Step 2: Confirm the Court's Bail Decision
We check the type of release, any amount, and any conditions or holds.
Step 3: Review Available Options
If monetary bail applies, we explain whether a professional bond arrangement may be available.
Step 4: Complete an Authorized Arrangement
Review the written terms, complete paperwork, and follow the posting procedure.
Step 5: Understand Court Responsibilities
The defendant must appear in court and follow every condition. Cosigners should know their obligations.
Robbery Bail Bonds FAQs
Answers to common questions about robbery bail bonds in Pennsylvania.
Generally, yes. Article I, Section 14 provides a general right to bail with specified exceptions, and the court decides release in each case.
There is no fixed amount. When monetary bail is set, the court applies the Rule 523 criteria and the Rule 528 limits.
Yes. Every grade under § 3701(b) is a felony, from third-degree to first-degree, and robbery of a motor vehicle under § 3702 is a first-degree felony.
Serious bodily injury, threats of serious bodily injury, or a first or second-degree felony make it F1. Bodily injury or a financial institution demand is generally F2. Force, however slight, is generally F3. A controlled substance or designer drug as the object makes any of these F1.
No. None of the § 3701 subsections requires a weapon. A weapon may be relevant to other charges or to sentencing.
Robbery requires a theft plus an added element such as injury, threats, force, or a financial institution demand. Theft alone is covered by Chapter 39 and graded differently.
Yes. Section 3702 makes taking a motor vehicle from a person in their presence, or in the presence of another person in lawful possession, a separate first-degree felony.
Often, yes. Prior record is one factor the court considers, but no outcome is automatic.
Only within the constitutional exceptions, as applied by the court. A bail company cannot override a denial.
There is no guaranteed time. It depends on the arraignment, the bail decision, facility processing, and any other holds.
We can discuss currently available arrangements once monetary bail is set. Fees and obligations are confirmed in the written agreement.
Our service area includes Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery, Bucks and Chester Counties, and our Philadelphia team is available 24 hours a day. Detailed local guides on this site cover Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery and Chester Counties.
Counties We Serve
Center City Bail Bonds provides robbery bail assistance from its Philadelphia office. Detailed county guides cover Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery and Chester Counties.
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