The criminal offense of robbery generally involves the taking of property from another person, in the presence of the other person, by violence, intimidation, or threat of imminent bodily injury or death, and with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of the property. And in some states the crime of robbery can become the more serious crime of aggravated robbery (with increased potential punishments) if the person exhibits a deadly weapon such as a gun or knife, or causes great bodily injury or death, for example.

Robbery is a felony offense punishable by significant jail or prison time. Laws regarding robbery offenses are generally located in a state’s statutes—often in the penal or criminal code.

In Oklahoma, robbery is defined under Title 21 of the Oklahoma Statutes, Section 791 and following sections. Robbery is considered a felony and involves the wrongful taking of personal property from another person or in their presence, by force or fear, with the intention of permanently depriving the owner of the property. The state differentiates between first-degree and second-degree robbery, with first-degree robbery including cases where the victim is seriously injured or threatened with a dangerous weapon. Aggravated robbery, which is not a separate offense in Oklahoma, would typically fall under first-degree robbery when a deadly weapon is involved or serious bodily injury occurs. The penalties for robbery in Oklahoma are severe, with first-degree robbery punishable by a minimum of 10 years in prison, and second-degree robbery punishable by up to 10 years in prison. These statutes reflect the state's commitment to addressing robbery as a serious crime and imposing significant consequences for those convicted of this offense.