FOCL Practice Test

What additional charge does Carl face after robbing Louise at the ATM?

1. Assault

2. Aggravated kidnapping

3. Burglary

4. Shoplifting

The correct answer is: Aggravated kidnapping

The additional charge Carl faces after robbing Louise at the ATM is aggravated kidnapping. This charge is applicable in situations where the perpetrator not only commits robbery but also restricts the freedom of the victim in a significant manner. If Carl, while robbing Louise, used force or intimidation to confine her to a specific location, this serious level of interference with her liberty could elevate the robbery charge to aggravated kidnapping. Aggravated kidnapping typically involves factors such as the use of a weapon or causing serious bodily harm, which enhances the severity of the crime. In the context of an armed robbery at an ATM, where there is a direct threat to the victim's safety and freedom, the actions taken by Carl could be interpreted as meeting the requirements for aggravated kidnapping, beyond just the robbery itself. This context highlights the significance of the charge in reflecting the severity of the crime committed against Louise during the robbery.