Orlando Burglary Attorneys

What Are the Penalties for Burglary in Florida? 

Burglary is a serious criminal offense in Florida, and it carries harsh penalties. A conviction can result in a prison sentence of 2 to 15 years. This does not include any probation or fines the court may charge. 

Like other criminal offenses, the penalties for burglary depend on the specifics of the alleged crime that occurred, as well as how the offense is charged:

• Third-Degree Felony Burglary: The crime of burglary typically starts as a third-degree felony (without the presence of enhancements) when there is no one inside the structure or conveyance when the person enters it. The penalties for a third-degree felony burglary conviction include up to 5 years in prison, up to 5 years of probation, and fines up to $5,000.
• Second-Degree Felony Burglary: Burglary is charged as a second-degree felony when a person enters a dwelling, either with or without the presence of someone else in that dwelling, or enters a structure of conveyance with another person inside. Second-degree felony burglary penalties include up to 15 years in prison and/or up to 15 years of probation, as well as up to $10,000 in fines. 
• First-Degree Felony Burglary: Burglary is typically charged as a first-degree felony when a person enters a dwelling, structure, or conveyance with a dangerous weapon or explosives, or when the crime involves the assault and/or battery of another person. If you are convicted of first-degree felony burglary, you face up to life in prison and up to $10,000 in fines. 

Prosecutors typically include as many charges as possible in these types of cases. Additionally, the consequences of a conviction are not only criminal; you also face significant and long-lasting damage to your reputation and various areas of your life.  

Additional penalties include:

• Loss of driver's license 
• Loss of professional licenses
• Fines and court costs
• Loss of scholarships
• Community service
• Deportation if you are an undocumented immigrant

If you have been charged with burglary, you can't afford to "wait it out." Without a proper defense, you or your loved one could end up on the wrong side of that conviction. If you need legal help, contact us as soon as possible. Our team commits to keeping our clients informed and protected.

We work directly with our clients to develop personalized legal strategies tailored to their unique situations. We recognize that no two cases are exactly alike. You deserve to have more than a cookie-cutter defense—you deserve a defense that considers your specific needs, concerns, and goals. 

Examples of Burglary 

A burglary occurs when someone enters a property or dwelling with the intent to commit a crime. Unless the property was open to the public, or the defendant was invited into the dwelling, it is burglary. Even a person that has permission to be there can receive the charge if there is an intent to perform a crime.

Some examples of burglary include:

• Being armed with a dangerous weapon inside a dwelling
• Committing assault or battery inside a dwelling or structure 
• Damaging the property or a vehicle inside the property 

Simply having an intention to commit an offense is all it takes. If you have been charged with burglary, you need an experienced theft crimes attorney who is fully qualified and ready to handle all aspects of your case, from arraignment to trial.

As former prosecutors, the Orlando burglary attorneys at Ali & Blankner understand how the other side will act, including the tactics they will likely use to try to put you in jail. Our firm is ready to aggressively fight for your rights and help you navigate every aspect of your case.

Contact us today at (407) 753-1312 to schedule a free initial consultation. Hablamos español.