Description: Las Vegas, Nevada criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with three counts of interference with commerce by robbery and one count of brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence.

Caleb Mitchell Rogers, age 33, of Las Vegas, stole approximately $73,810 from a casino in the western part of Las Vegas on November 12, 2021. A few months later, on January 6, 2022, he robbed a casino in North Las Vegas of approximately $11,500. In both robberies, he walked directly to the casino’s cashier cage and demanded money from the cashiers. The third robbery occurred on February 27, 2022, in which Rogers ran toward two casino employees in the sportsbook area and yelled: “Get away from the money. I’ve got a gun. I will shoot you!” Rogers climbed over the counter and shoved one of the employees to the floor, before grabbing approximately $78,898 and placing it into a bag. Rogers fled when the employees triggered an alarm. As Rogers ran toward the parking garage, a casino security officer tackled him. Rogers drew a .357 caliber revolver and, with his finger on the trigger, threatened: “I’m going to shoot you!” Security officers were able to disarm Rogers and restrain him until LVMPD officers arrived. The officers arrested Rogers and seized his firearm. Checking the revolver’s serial number, officers learned that it belonged to the LVMPD.

United States Attorney Jason M. Frierson for the District of Nevada and Special Agent in Charge Spencer L. Evans for the FBI made the announcement.

This case was investigated by the FBI and the LVMPD. Assistant United States Attorneys Dan Cowhig and David Kiebler prosecuted the case.

"Federal robbery law is codified in 18 U.S.C. § 2111, which prohibits the taking of property or money by force, violence, intimidation, or threat from the person or presence of another, or from a place where it is kept for safekeeping or deposit, with intent to steal or purloin.

To establish a violation of federal robbery law, the prosecution must prove the following four elements:

The defendant took property or money from another person or from a place where it was kept for safekeeping or deposit.
The defendant used force, violence, intimidation, or threat to take the property or money.
The defendant took the property or money with the intent to steal or purloin it.
The defendant took the property or money in interstate commerce or in a place within the special jurisdiction of the United States.

Federal robbery law applies to a wide range of robberies, including bank robberies, robberies of post offices, and robberies of convenience stores. It also applies to robberies that occur on airplanes, trains, and buses.

The penalties for violating federal robbery law vary depending on the circumstances of the offense. For example, a person convicted of robbing a bank can face up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. If the robbery resulted in serious bodily injury or death, the defendant could face up to life in prison.

If you are accused of violating federal robbery law, it is important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. An attorney can help you understand your rights and options, and can develop a defense strategy to protect your interests.

Here are some tips for avoiding robbery:

Be aware of your surroundings and the people around you.
Avoid walking alone at night, especially in isolated areas.
If you are approached by someone who demands your money or belongings, do not resist. Give them what they want and try to remember their appearance and any other identifying details.
Report the robbery to the police immediately.
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Outcome: Defendant was sentenced to 12 years in prison, followed by three years of supervised release.

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