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Statutes:

Criminal Code Section 18-760, Robbery. A person who knowingly takes anything of value from the person or presence of another by use of force, threats, or intimidation commits robbery.

Criminal Code Section 18-773, Larceny. Any per-son who wrongfully takes, obtains, or withholds, by any means, from the possession of the owner or of any other person any money, personal property, or article of value of any kind, with intent permanently to deprive another person of the use and benefit of property is guilty of larceny.

Facts:

Over the years, Larry borrowed several tools from his next-door neighbor. Usually he returned theitems, but on occasion he forgot. One of the tools he did not return is a drill. The neighbor goes to Larrys house and tells him that if he doesnt return the drill, the neighbor will file criminal charges. Larry says, Im keeping your drill and if you try to come get it or file charges, Ill beat you up! Question Identify the issue(s) involving criminal law raised by this fact situation.

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