Burglary is a felony offense that can lead to years in prison, heavy fines, and a lasting criminal record. Prosecutors aggressively pursue burglary cases, often seeking maximum penalties. At Blankenship Law, we fight to challenge weak evidence, expose investigative errors, and protect your constitutional rights to achieve the best possible outcome.
Burglary is not just theft: it involves unlawfully entering a building with intent to commit a crime.
Burglary is always a felony:
penalties increase if weapons are involved or property damage occurs.
Breaking and entering isn’t required: simply entering without permission can lead to burglary charges.
Defenses exist: mistaken identity, lack of intent, and unlawful searches can result in case dismissals.
Fighting Back Against Burglary Charges
Burglary cases often rely on circumstantial evidence, witness testimony, and surveillance footage, all of which can be inaccurate or misleading. We investigate police reports, forensic evidence, and security footage to expose weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. Learn about defense strategies.
If law enforcement conducted an illegal search or failed to follow proper procedures, we fight to have evidence suppressed and charges reduced or dismissed. Many burglary charges lack proof of intent, a crucial element for conviction. We aggressively challenge prosecutorial overreach and work to secure better outcomes for our clients. Read about protecting your rights.
For first-time offenders, we explore alternative sentencing options, such as probation or plea negotiations, that can avoid long-term consequences. Every case is unique, and we develop a defense strategy tailored to your specific situation. Contact us for a case review.
70% of burglary arrests involve no physical evidence linking the suspect to the crime.
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Report
Over 30% of burglary charges are later reduced to lesser offenses or dismissed.
Burglary is defined as unlawfully entering a structure with intent to commit a crime. It differs from theft because no actual theft needs to occur—intent alone can lead to a burglary charge.
Yes. If there is insufficient evidence, lack of intent, or illegal search and seizure, charges may be dropped or reduced to trespassing or criminal mischief. Our firm aggressively fights for case dismissals and plea agreements.
Burglary is always a felony, carrying years in prison, steep fines, and a permanent criminal record. If weapons or physical harm are involved, penalties increase significantly.
Burglary involves unlawful entry with intent to commit a crime, while robbery requires force or threats against a person. Both are serious felonies, but robbery often carries harsher sentences.
We challenge evidence, investigate police conduct, analyze security footage, and build a strong defense to secure reduced charges, plea deals, or case dismissals. Our experience as former prosecutors gives us an advantage in protecting your rights.