Both common-law robbery and robbery with a dangerous weapon are felonies. As such, they carry substantial penalties, such as fines, lengthy prison sentences, and probation. The following penalties may result from an armed robbery conviction in North Carolina:
Common-law robbery is a Class G felony and carries a potential maximum sentence of 47 months (nearly 4 years) of prison time.
Armed robbery is a very serious charge. Those convicted of robbery with a dangerous weapon may end up behind bars for as many as 204 months (17 years) for this Class D felony.