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BURGLARY, CRIMINAL LAWYER PHOENIX

Burglary Lawyer Phoenix 

If you are being accused of burglary, let an experienced Phoenix burglary attorney at the Younglove Law Firm assist in your criminal defense. Douglas Younglove has handled thousands of cases throughout Phoenix, Maricopa County, and the State of Arizona and has extensive experience defending against the charges of burglary and other property crimes.

Burglary Charges in Arizona

In the State of Arizona, burglary is defined as entering or remaining unlawfully in or on any building or structure with the intent of committing a theft or felony once inside. Interestingly, you do not actually have to steal anything to be charged with burglary, your intent upon entry is the key. For burglary, there is a distinction between whether the structure is a residential or commercial structure.

There is also a distinction between whether or not a weapon or dangerous instrument is possessed or used during the commission of the burglary offense.

Burglary as defined above can be classified as a class 2, class 3 or class 4 felony, and can be punishable by a range of penalties from probation to 12.5 years in prison, increased if there is prior felony criminal history.

Burglary in the 3rd Degree is defined by: (1) entering or remaining unlawfully in or on a nonresidential structure or in a fenced commercial or residential yard with the intent to commit any theft or felony therein. (2) Making entry into any part of a motor vehicle by means f a manipulation key or master key, with the intent to commit any theft or felony in the motor vehicle. Burglary in the 3rd degree is a class 4 felony.

Burglary in the 2nd Degree is defined by entering or remaining unlawfully in or on a residential structure with the intent to commit any theft or any felony therein. Burglary in the 2nd Degree is a class 3 felony.

Burglary in the 1st Degree is defined by all the elements of either a 2nd or 3rd Degree Burglary if committed and the person or accomplice knowingly possesses explosives, a dangerous instrument or a deadly weapon. The burglary is of a nonresidential structure or fenced commercial or residential yard is a class 3 felony. It is a class 2 felony if committed in a residential structure.  

Criminal Lawyer Phoenix

Fortunately, it is possible to successfully defend yourself against burglary charges with the help of an experienced Phoenix burglary lawyer. If the prosecution cannot prove that you had the intent to commit a felony or a theft when entering the building/structure, it is possible to have the burglary charges reduced or dropped. If you believed that you had permission to enter the building, or to take the items in question, we can help you prove this in court.

Although cooperating with law enforcement may seem like the right thing to do, it can lead to additional charges against you. You need to consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately.

Other Crimes Against Property

Other property crimes that you might be charged with in Arizona are crimes such as; Criminal Trespass, Criminal Damage and Arson. These crimes can be very serious and require the services of an experienced criminal defense attorney as well.

Free Consultation

Protect your legal rights by contacting a Phoenix Arizona burglary attorney today at (602) 434-2623. Your case is too important to settle for anything less than excellent legal representation. Douglas Younglove, an experienced defense lawyer, will walk you through the process and put the law back on your side. No one takes your case more seriously than we do. The prosecution may rest, but we never do. Criminal Lawyer Phoenix.

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