Burglary

Jacksonville Criminal Defense Lawyer

Criminal Law Representation Throughout Florida

Being accused of burglary is a serious crime, and burglary is classified as a first degree, second degree or third degree felony.  The severity of burglary charges increase if the person is armed with dangerous weapons or commits an assault or battery.

It is a fairly common misconception that you must break and enter to commit burglary, and while this may be true in some states, it is not the case in Florida.

Initially, under Florida law, burglary was defined as entering or remaining in a dwelling, structure or conveyance with the intent to commit an offense (such as theft), provided that the premises were not public property and that the person entering was not invited or licensed to enter.

Florida laws regarding burglary changed in 2001, to include circumstances where an invited person became uninvited, or was asked to leave, or when, even if invited or licensed to be there, the person surreptitiously intended to commit, attempted to commit or committed a felony within the premises.

Our criminal defense lawyers at Fallgatter Farmand & Catlin provide vigorous defense for clients who have been accused of burglary with impressive results.  In depth knowledge and experience with both sides of the justice system often allows us to succeed in having charges dropped before or after they are filed.  We strive to get charges dropped, or obtain reduced charges, whenever possible, and work diligently to obtain a favorable outcome on behalf of our clients.

It costs nothing to call and our initial meeting is always absolutely free.  If you or someone you know needs help with criminal defense for burglary, call our office today at (904) 353-5800, or contact us online.