Washington Robbery Sentencing Calculator (RCW 9A.56.200 & 9A.56.210)
Calculate Presumptive Sentencing Range for Robbery 1 and Robbery 2. Estimate the standard sentencing range for Robbery in the First Degree (Robbery 1) or Second Degree (Robbery 2) in Washington State, including domestic violence designation, offender score, and weapon enhancements based on the 2024 sentencing grid.
Last updated: 2025-10-21 β Compiled and reviewed by Calvin (Legal Research, FreeCalculators.app)
Legal Disclaimer
Robbery committed with a firearm or deadly weapon, or while inflicting bodily injury. A violent offense under Washington law.
Important Disclaimers
- β Washington uses presumptive sentencing ranges. Judges may depart from these ranges only under exceptional circumstances as defined in RCW 9.94A.535 (aggravating or mitigating factors).
- β Weapon enhancements are mandatory, consecutive sentences that run after the base sentence and are not eligible for earned release time reduction.
- β A domestic violence designation affects conditions of release, no-contact orders, and firearm possession rights, but does not change the base grid months for Robbery offenses.
- β Both Robbery 1 and Robbery 2 are classified as violent offenses under RCW 9.94A.030, affecting eligibility for earned-release time and future offender scores.
- β Actual time served may be reduced through earned release credits (typically up to 1/3 reduction for violent offenses), but enhancements are excluded from earned release.
- β This is an educational estimate. Sentencing involves judicial discretion, plea agreements, and case-specific factors. Always consult a qualified attorney.
About Robbery Offenses in Washington State
Robbery in the First Degree under RCW 9A.56.200 is a Class A felony classified at Seriousness Level IX in Washington's sentencing grid. It is considered a violent offense under RCW 9.94A.030.
Robbery in the Second Degree under RCW 9A.56.210 is a Class B felony classified at Seriousness Level IV. It is also a violent offense.
Robbery 1 typically involves use of a firearm or deadly weapon, infliction or threat of immediate bodily injury, or display of what appears to be a firearm or deadly weapon. Robbery 2 involves commission of robbery without the aggravating factors that elevate the offense to Robbery 1.
This calculator uses the 2024 Washington State Sentencing Guidelines Grid to estimate the presumptive sentencing range based on the defendant's offender score and any applicable weapon enhancements. Enhancements run consecutively to the base sentence and cannot be reduced by earned release credits.
How to Use This Calculator
- 1Calculate Offender Score: Use the guided wizard to estimate your offender score based on prior convictions and criminal history, or enter it manually if known (0β9+).
- 2Select Robbery Type: Choose between Robbery 1 (First Degree) or Robbery 2 (Second Degree) using the radio buttons.
- 3Select DV Designation: Toggle on if the charge includes a domestic violence designation (typically when the victim is a family or household member).
- 4Add Weapon Enhancements: Check the appropriate box if a firearm or deadly weapon enhancement applies. Only one enhancement can be selected at a time. Enhancement values adjust automatically based on robbery type.
- 5Calculate: Click "Calculate Sentence" to see the base sentencing range, enhancement add-on, and total range in months.
- 6Review Results: The calculator shows both the grid-only range and the total range including any enhancements, plus offense details and disclaimers.
Important Notes
- β’Robbery 1 is Level IX (31β100+ months depending on offender score) and Robbery 2 is Level IV (3β84 months depending on offender score).
- β’Offender scores of 9 or higher are treated as "9+" on the sentencing grid.
- β’Weapon enhancements are mandatory and consecutiveβthey must be imposed and served after the base sentence.
- β’Enhancements are not eligible for earned release time reduction, unlike the base sentence.
- β’Enhancement amounts differ by felony class: Robbery 1 (Class A) has +60 months for firearm, +24 months for deadly weapon; Robbery 2 (Class B) has +36 months for firearm, +18 months for deadly weapon.
- β’A domestic violence designation triggers additional conditions (no-contact orders, treatment programs, firearm prohibitions) but does not increase the base grid months.
- β’Judges may impose exceptional sentences above or below the range only if aggravating or mitigating circumstances are proven under RCW 9.94A.535.
- β’First-time offenders (Offender Score 0) face: Robbery 1 = 31β41 months; Robbery 2 = 3β9 months, before any enhancements.
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