Burglary

A person commits burglary if without the effective consent of the owner the person enters a habitation or building with intent to commit a felony, theft, or assault.

People who commit burglary may or may not use a weapon during the commission of the crime. In most states, breaking into another person's residence is considered a more serious offense than breaking into a commercial property due to the immense distress of the victims and the personal nature of the crime. Therefore, a person who burglarizes a residence may be subject to harsher legal penalties if convicted than a person who burglarizes a gas station.

If you have been charged with burglary, it is important that you speak with a burglary crimes attorney immediately. If you are convicted, you face severe legal consequences that will adversely affect your future quality of life. By working with a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney, you stand a better chance of fighting your criminal charges, or having your criminal charges reduced or dismissed.

Burglary Penalties

Burglary is a felony offense. Any person who is convicted of burglary may be sentenced with jail or prison time, fines, probation, community service, and restitution. Additionally, the person's burglary conviction will show up on his/her criminal record, which is accessible to the public. When a person has a burglary conviction on his/her criminal record, it can be very difficult for him/her to obtain employment, housing, and education opportunities.

Montgomery & Walker County Criminal Defense Attorney Douglas W. Atkinson

People who have been charged with burglary in Montgomery and Walker County need to obtain the services of a qualified criminal defense attorney who has successfully handled prior burglary crimes cases. Doug Atkinson is an aggressive burglary attorney who places every effort into his clients' defense. When people hire Doug Atkinson, they can be assured that they will be given thoughtful consideration, effective legal representation, and one-on-one counsel from an experienced, aggressive lawyer.

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