Nothing has to be stolen for a burglary charge to stick. The offense is entering a building or a room intending to commit a theft or any felony, so the case often turns entirely on what the prosecution says you were thinking as you walked in. That is the argument a burglary attorney has to win.
This is a serious felony charge and it deserves a qualified, experienced defense. The Law Offices of Alejo Lugo & Associates will bring over 20 years of experience to your case. We handle all kinds of burglary cases including:
- First degree burglary (burglary of a residence)
- Second degree burglary (commercial burglary)
- Auto burglary
Possible Defenses to a Burglary Charge
Burglary is an intent crime, meaning the prosecutor must prove that you intended to commit a crime before you entered the room or building. This could be difficult for them to prove, so as your defense attorneys, we will closely examine the facts to determine whether any evidence points towards your intent. If you did not form intent until after you entered the building, the crime is not a burglary; however you may be charged with another crime.
We will also consider the possibility that you legitimately believed you had a right to the items you took (if you are accused of a burglary involving theft), that you were falsely accused, or that there is insufficient evidence to support a conviction.
You can rely on our experienced legal team to carefully examine the prosecution’s evidence to identify any weaknesses, including illegally obtained evidence. We can then use any weaknesses we discover to either convince the prosecution that they are not likely to win at trial and therefore should drop the charges, or to negotiate with the prosecutor for a plea deal that carries a reduced sentence and/or charge.
We are very familiar with the local prosecutors and judges and can use this along with our expert assessment of the evidence in your case to ensure that the outcome of the case is as advantageous as possible for you.
Call Now So We Can Defend Your Rights
When faced with a serious burglary charge, you can’t afford to take risks with who you choose to represent you. That is why you should entrust your case to an experienced attorney from The Law Offices of Alejo Lugo & Associates. Call us now at (800) 497-0018 for a confidential conversation with our highly trained legal staff.