Chicago Burglary Lawyer
If you would like to reach Mr. Weisberg quickly and directly, please call his cell phone 24/7 at (773) 908-9811 or Text LAWYER to 25827 for prompt call back. The consultation is free.
According to Illinois state law, the charge or offense of burglary (720 ILCS 5/19-1) is defined as the act of entering a building, trailer, motor vehicle, aircraft, etc. without the owner’s permission and with the intent of stealing something (or committing another felony). This type of burglary charge in Illinois is a Class 2 felony, punishable by probation or between 3-7 years of prison time. Should the crime take place in a school or place of worship, it will be elevated to a Class 1 felony, which carries 4-15 years in prison.
The most serious charge or offense of burglary is called residential burglary (720 ILCS 5/19-3). This is a burglary committed in a person’s home. Residential burglary generally does not allow for probation and is a Class 1 felony which carries 4-15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections (prison time). In fact, it is a Class 4 felony offense/charge in Illinois to be in possession of burglary tools (720 ILCS 5/19-2). This occurs where a person possesses tools that he intends to use to commit the offense of burglary.
Like other felony charges or offenses, a conviction of burglary can result in permanent marks on the convict’s record, hefty fines and/or jail time. Those accused of burglary in the Chicago area can ensure optimal outcomes for their case by securing the services of the experienced Chicago criminal defense attorney Andrew M. Weisberg. Mr. Weisberg’s goal is to help all clients get the charges against them reduced, if not dropped altogether, so they can move on with their lives.
When arrested for and facing serious criminal charges, it is critical to find a great criminal defense lawyer who is at the top of his profession. Finding an experienced criminal defense attorney is the best thing you can do to protect your reputation and avoid jail time or prison time. Mr. Weisberg handles all felony and misdemeanor charges in all Cook County courthouses including Chicago (and all branch courts), Skokie, Rolling Meadows, Maywood (Maybrook), Bridgeview and Markham.
If you or a loved one has been charged with any of the above charges related to burglary, contact Chicago burglary attorney Andrew M. Weisberg to receive a strong defense. Mr. Weisberg is committed to offering the best possible defense and believes that a strong case starts with building a personalized relationship with the client.
If you would like to reach Mr. Weisberg quickly and directly, please call his cell phone 24/7 at (773) 908-9811 or Text LAWYER to 25827 for prompt call back. The consultation is free.
