Burglary Defense Attorney Minneapolis - St. Paul Minnesota

Minneapolis - St. Paul Minnesota Burglary Defense Attorney

Although L. L. JOHNSON LAW OFFICE prides itself on providing EXCLUSIVE criminal defense representation involving ALL types of criminal offenses, we have extensive experience representing individuals accused of burglary, robbery and all other forms of property-related theft offenses such as shoplifting, etc.

Definition

Burglary as defined by Black’s Law Dictionary (7th Edition): 1. The common-law offense of breaking and entering another’s dwelling at night with the intent to commit a felony.  2. The modern statutory offense of breaking and entering any building – not just a dwelling, and not only at night – with the intent to commit a felony.

Robbery as defined by Black’s Law Dictionary (7th Edition): 1. The illegal taking of property from the person of another, or in the person’s presence, by violence or intimidation.

Theft as defined by Black’s Law Dictionary (7th Edition): 1. The felonious taking and removing of another’s personal property with the intent of depriving the true owner of it; larceny.  2. Broadly, any act or instance of stealing, including larceny, burglary, embezzlement, and false pretenses.

Penalties under MN Law

Depending on the type and level of crime charged in this category, the penalty for a conviction can range anywhere from being a misdemeanor (max. 90 days jail / $1,000.00 fine), gross misdemeanor (max. 1 year jail / $3,000.00 fine) or a felony (which can result in extensive prison time and large fine amounts).    

If you are charged with any type of burglary, robbery or property-related theft offense, please contact us at your earliest convenience (952-454-1350) to discuss your case, receive a free quote and begin the process to resolve your situation.

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