The offence of armed robbery is regarded as a very serious offence by the courts and a custodial sentence is almost always imposed. The courts regard the offence of robbery with wounding as a very serious offence and upon conviction a custodial sentence is to be expected.

The offence of robbery with an dangerous weapon is committed when a person robs another person whilst armed with an offensive weapon. The offence of robbery armed with a dangerous weapon is regarded as a very serious offence by the courts and a custodial sentence is to be expected.

The offence of robbery with an offensive weapon is committed when a person robs another person whilst armed with an offensive weapon. The offence of armed robbery is regarded as a very serious offence by the courts and a custodial sentence is almost always imposed.