Scranton Burglary Defense Lawyer

Burglary is a serious criminal defense. In Pennsylvania, it is frequently charged as a felony and may therefore mean that you will face years in prison if you are convicted. Burglary is a crime that involves breaking and entering another's property with the intent to commit a crime. The crime does not actually need to be carried out for the defendant to face burglary charges; the alleged offender need only have unlawfully entered the property with the intention of committing the offense. Although theft is the crime most frequently associated with burglary, intending to commit any type of crime may qualify as burglary. Burglary of an occupied dwelling is a first degree felony, punishable by up to 20 years in prison. Burglary of an unoccupied dwelling is a second degree felony, punishable by up to 10 years in prison.

Rogan Law is here to help you if you have been accused of burglary or any criminal offense in the Scranton or Wilkes-Barre area. With an experienced criminal defense lawyer from our offices at your side, you have the chance to seek a positive outcome to your case - even if the outlook seems bleak. We can evaluate every aspect of your charges to determine a personalized, aggressive approach.

Defense for Burglary Charges in Wilkes-Barre and Scranton, PA

One factor that makes burglary charges so serious is the fact that the defendant may face a conviction both for burglary and the offense which he or she intended to commit, if the intended offense is a first or second degree felony. In light of this and the penalties that may be imposed for a burglary conviction alone, it is important that you take no chances in the face of this serious situation.

Your initial consultation with an attorney at our law offices is free and completely confidential. To learn more about your case and your options in fighting your burglary allegations, contact a Scranton burglary defense attorney today.