Orlando Burglary Defense Lawyer

Facing Burglary/Breaking and Entering Charges? Contact a Criminal Attorney!

Taking a moment and involving an Orlando criminal attorney is absolutely crucial in the face of burglary or breaking and entering charges. Burglary is a felony offense in Florida, punishable by up to life in prison in some situations. Without proper legal counsel, you will be at risk of facing a conviction and maximum penalties for this offense.

A lawyer who is familiar with burglary charges can step in and act immediately to represent your interests, helping you in the face of police questioning, any searches of your property, and all other aspects of your case. Find out more about what you may be up against and how our law firm can assist you. Call our law offices at 888-249-1206 for a complimentary consultation.

Penalties for an Orlando Burglary Conviction

Burglary is defined as unlawfully entering another's property with the intent of committing a crime. Most often, burglary is associated with an attempt or act of theft, but breaking and entering with the intent to commit any type of criminal offense may constitute a burglary offense. A defendant who is convicted of burglary may face first degree felony charges and up to life in prison if he or she commits assault and/or battery upon another person in the commission of the offense, is armed with a weapon or causes damage in excess of $1,000. In the absence of these aggravating factors, burglary may be charged as a second degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison.

A burglary conviction may change a defendant's life forever, leading to years of imprisonment, a ruined career and a reputation that may never fully recover. Make sure you do what you can to avoid these negative repercussions by involving a lawyer as soon as possible.

Contact an Orlando burglary defense lawyer at the Rivas Law Firm today to discuss your case.