Definition of Burglary in Fairfax
January 10, 2020 by Jean Humbrecht
A Burglary charge in Fairfax is a very serious crime. Burglary and Breaking and Entering sound the same and are often used interchangeably. However, the definition of Burglary in Fairfax and the definition of Breaking and Entering in Fairfax have many differences. If you are wondering, what is the definition of Burglary in Fairfax, read the post below.
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A Burglary in Fairfax is Breaking and Entering a Dwelling House at Night to Commit a Felony
Definition of Burglary in Fairfax
Burglary is a specific form of breaking and entering. Burglary in Fairfax is breaking and entering into the dwelling house of another at night to commit a larceny or felony. Burglary is complete as soon as entry is made with felonious intent. The offender does not need to actually commit the intended crime to be convicted of a Fairfax Burglary. If the offender did complete the intended crime, he can be convicted of Burglary and the underlying crime.
A Fairfax Burglary is a Class 3 felony, punished with 5 to 20 years in prison and a fine up to $100,000. If the offender was armed with a deadly weapon, the offense is a Class 2 felony, punished with 20 years up to life in prison.
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