South Carolina Robbery within the Special Territorial Jurisdiction is a criminal offense defined as the taking of property from another person with the use of force or fear. This offense is distinguished from larceny, or theft, in that the perpetrator has the immediate intent to permanently deprive the owner of the property. This crime, which falls under the umbrella of the South Carolina Penal Code, is divided into two categories: common law robbery and armed robbery. Common law robbery occurs when the perpetrator uses violence or threats to take another person’s property. This offense is classified as a felony and carries a penalty of up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. Armed robbery occurs when the perpetrator uses a weapon or any object that appears to be a weapon to take another person’s property. This offense is classified as a felony and carries a penalty of up to 30 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. In South Carolina, robbery committed within the special territorial jurisdiction (i.e., a court-defined area, such as a school or public park) is subject to enhanced penalties. Punishment for this crime includes up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $20,000.