Burglary and Robbery are serious crimes that can carry lengthy prison terms.

• Have you been charged with theft?
• Are you facing a burglary charge?
• Are you accused of Robbery?

Burglary generally occurs when a person enters or remains in a building without authority and has the intent of committing a crime while in the building. A burglary charge may range from first to fourth degree depending upon the circumstances.

Robbery generally occurs when a person takes the property of another person or, is in the company of an associate who takes the property of another person, by use of force or threatens the use of force to overcome that person’s resistance or to compel acquiescence in the taking of such property.

Aggravated Robbery is a more severe crime involving robbery and the use of a dangerous weapon, the appearance of a having a dangerous weapon, or the infliction of bodily harm upon another.

Don’t Get Robbed of Your Future

A Minnesota criminal defense attorney has many options in defending allegations of robbery or burglary. The State must prove every element of the crime as charged and there can be no conviction if each element is not proven beyond a reasonable doubt. For instance, robbery requires several elements including intent to commit theft. If there is no evidence of this intent, there generally is no basis for a conviction.

For more information on how MN defines Burglary, please refer to MN Statutes Criminal Code section 609.

Defending Clients In These Areas:

Why Should You Choose Martin Law Offices, PLLC?

Martin Law Offices, PLLC serves greater Minnesota and the Twin Cities region and is available to review your case. Just call (612) 381-0303 or fill out our convenient ONLINE FORM to schedule a free evaluation.