Orlando Burglary Defense Attorney
Defense for Burglary Charges in Orlando, FL
Burglary is defined as the crime of entering a dwelling, structure, or vehicle with the intent to commit a crime, unless the premises are open to the public or the defendant was invited to enter. It is also a crime to enter and hide in a dwelling, structure, or vehicle in order to carry out a crime.
If a person enters a building, dwelling, or vehicle armed with a weapon, or commits assault and battery against another person on the premises, it is considered a first degree felony, punishable by up to a lifetime in prison and $15,000 in fines. A person will also face first degree burglary charges if they cause damage to the structure or dwelling, or if they use a motor vehicle to assist in the commission of a crime, causing damage to a structure or dwelling.
Unlawfully entering a dwelling, regardless of whether or not someone is inside, is a second degree felony, punishable by up to 15 years in prison and $10,000 in fines. The charges for unlawfully entering a structure or vehicle depend on whether or not someone was inside. If a person is inside the structure or vehicle when the defendant makes an unlawful entry, it is considered a 2nd degree felony. If no one is in the building or vehicle when the defendant makes his or her entry, it is a 3rd degree felony, punishable by 5 years in prison and $5,000 in fines.
Contact an Experience Burglary Defense Lawyers
If you’re searching for an Orlando burglary defense attorney you can depend on to provide you with a strong defense, you’ve come to the right place. At Katz & Phillips, P.A., we have ample criminal defense experience, and have helped many clients fight their burglary charges. You can trust us to aggressively protect your rights, and work hard to help you overcome your charges to avoid a criminal conviction!
To learn more about our defense services, please contact an Orlando burglary defense lawyer at Katz & Phillips, P.A. today!