People v. Albert A.

Opinion

STONE (S. J.), P. J.

Here we hold that taking a bicycle by threat of force for ransom constitutes a robbery.

Albert A. appeals from the order continuing him a ward of the court (Welf. & Inst. Code, § 602) by reason of his having committed second degree robbery (Pen. Code, § 211). He was continued on probation and contends that the prosecution failed to establish the requisite intent to sustain the second degree robbery allegation. We affirm the order.

Facts

On February 25, 1995, appellant and 13-year-old Ali L. were both riding bicycles in Oxnard when appellant blocked Ali L.’s way.…