All criminal charges are serious matters with life-changing repercussions. When defendants are accused of something as serious as Burglary, the stakes are even higher.
Burglary charges evoke images of defendants lurking about breaking into people’s homes. Making matters worse, these crimes often bring additional criminal charges.
Fortunately, Alexander has successfully defended against Burglary cases for years. His verdicts and results show favorable resolutions in numerous Burglary cases, including felony strike offenses.
Burglary in the first degree occurs when one enters or remains unlawfully in a building with the intent to commit a crime against a person or their property and either assaults another during the crime or is armed with a deadly weapon. This is a class A felony punishable up to a life sentence in prison and a $50,000.00 fine.
Burglary in the second degree happens when one enters or remains unlawfully in a building other than a vehicle or dwelling with the intent to commit a crime against another person or property. This is a class B felony punishable up to 10 years prison and a $20,000.00 fine.
Residential burglary occurs when a person enters or remains unlawfully in the dwelling of another with the intent to commit a crime against a person or property. It is a Class B felony punishable up to 10 years prison and a $20,000.00 fine.
If you or someone you care about faces Burglary charges in Skagit County or Whatcom County, call attorney Alexander Ransom today for a free, no-pressure case evaluation. Alexander has a reputation in the legal community as an aggressive, effective and experienced criminal defense attorney. Alexander is interested in getting you the best results possible, minimizing the negative impact these charges have on your life.
