Question

A pickpocket routinely carries a knife in his pocket just in case he needs it. On one occasion, he is successfully able to remove a man's wallet without being noticed. He is later caught and tried. Which of the following is the best answer for why this occurred?

A. The act is not considered robbery because the thief did not have a firearm.
OB. The act is considered robbery because the thief knew the use of
force was a possibility for him in his plans.
OC. The act is not considered robbery because no violent force was used or threatened in the theft.
OD. The act is considered robbery because the thief was armed and
able to use violent force.

Answer 1

OC

Step-by-step explanation:

Theft means taking someone's property but does not involve the use of force. This would describe this scenario

Robbery would mean the pickpocker inflicted, threatened or attempted to inflict harm on the man