Minnesota Burglary and Robbery Defense Lawyer
Burglary and Robbery are serious charges. If found guilty, an individual can be sentenced to serve several years in prison. In addition, judges tend to show no mercy to those who are accused of entering a person’s home and taking property or assaulting an occupant. Robbery and Burglary crimes always involve victims who often feel victimized and have been traumatized by the event. Because of this, prosecutors are known to be more aggressive in trying to get convictions. There is no substitute for an aggressive and well-conceived strategy in defending against Robbery and Burglary charges.
If you or a loved-one has been charged with Burglary or Robbery, call Brent Schafer today at 612-940-0129 or Toll Free at 1-877-880-9900. He can help you today. Call now for a free consultation!
With the real possibility of losing your fundamental freedoms, it is imperative that you have a Minnesota Burglary and Robbery Attorney who will do what is require in getting you the best outcome. You need a lawyer who practices criminal defense in the Minneapolis and St. Paul area and has the experience required to defend even the most intricate cases relating to Burglary and Robbery. Schafer Law Firm and Brent Schafer have dealt with all categories of Burglary and Robbery offenses in Minnesota. He can help you.
Brent Schafer has spent the last 17 years practicing criminal law inside the courtroom. Brent is a former prosecutor and has been defending individuals charged with Burglary and Robbery offenses for the past 13 years. He has been named a Minnesota Super Lawyer and a Minnesota Attorney of the Year in 2010. He was also presented the "Never Forgotten Award" by the Minnesota Innocence Project. Brent earned these awards through working hard for each of his clients. Brent will guide you through this trying time and help you defend yourself against all levels of Burglary and Robbery. A lawyer who cares for his clients and understands their needs is a lawyer that will fight for you.
Burglary is a type of theft. The only difference is that entry is made into a building or residence to seize the property. Minnesota has 4 degrees of Burglary:
The consequences for Burglary crimes are harsh. Minnesota mandates a prison sentence if convicted of certain burglary offenses. These harsh and mandatory prison sentences even apply to people who have no prior criminal history. If you have been accused of a Burglary or Robbery crime in the Minneapolis or St. Paul area or greater Minnesota, you already know what is at risk. You cannot afford to take any chances. Brent Schafer specializes in criminal defense and has a proven track record of fighting aggressively for the rights of his clients and winning. Contact Brent immediately to talk to him about your case. He will advise you of your legal rights and create a strong defense strategy to obtain the best possible outcome for you.
A Minneapolis and St. Paul Burglary and Robbery lawyer can provide legal help for the following cases:
- Burglary
- Armed/Aggravated Burglary
- Auto Theft / Carjacking
- Burglary
- Petty Theft
- Shoplifting
Have you or someone you know have been accused of a Burglary, Robbery or a theft related crime in the Minnesota, area? If so, contact our Minneapolis and St. Paul Burglary Lawyer today!
Brent Schafer practices in the following counties: Hennepin County, Ramsey County, Washington County, Dakota County, Scott County, Anoka County, Isanti County, Pine County, Chisago County, Goodhue County, Winona County, Wabasha County, Rice County, Houston County, Olmsted County, Fillmore County, Mower County, Freeborn County, Martin County, Jackson County, Nobles County, Rock County, Pipestone County, Murray County, Cottonwood County, Dodge County, Steele County, Waseca County, Blue Earth County, Brown County, Redwood County, Nicollet County, Lyon County, Lincoln County, Yellow Medicine County, Renville County, Lac Qui Parle, Chippewa County, McLeod County, Carver County, Wright County, Meeker County, Kandiyohi County, Sherburne County, Benton County, Sterns County, Pope County, Douglas County, Grant County, Stevens County, Swift County, Big Stone County, Traverse County, Wilkin County, Otter Tail County Todd County, Morrison County, Mille Lacs County, Carlton County, Aitkin County, Crow Wing County, Sibley County, Wadena County, Cass County Hubbard County, Becker County, Clay County, Norman County, Cook County, Lake County, St. Louis, Itasca County, Koochiching County, Beltrami County, Lake of the Woods County, Mahnomen County, Roseau County, Kittson County, Marshall County, Polk County, Pennington County, Red Lake County, Kanabec County and Faribault County.
Burglary in the first degree.
Whoever enters a building without consent and with intent to commit a crime, or enters a building without consent and commits a crime while in the building, either directly or as an accomplice, commits burglary in the first degree and may be sentenced to imprisonment for not more than 20 years or to payment of a fine of not more than $35,000, or both, if:
(a) the building is a dwelling and another person, not an accomplice, is present in it when the burglar enters or at any time while the burglar is in the building;
(b) the burglar possesses, when entering or at any time while in the building, any of the following: a dangerous weapon, any article used or fashioned in a manner to lead the victim to reasonably believe it to be a dangerous weapon, or an explosive;
(c) the burglar assaults a person within the building or on the building's appurtenant property.
Burglary in the second degree.
(a) Whoever enters a building without consent and with intent to commit a crime, or enters a building without consent and commits a crime while in the building, either directly or as an accomplice, commits burglary in the second degree and may be sentenced to imprisonment for not more than ten years or to payment of a fine of not more than $20,000, or both, if:
(1) the building is a dwelling;
(2) the portion of the building entered contains a banking business or other business of receiving securities or other valuable papers for deposit or safekeeping and the entry is with force or threat of force;
(3) the portion of the building entered contains a pharmacy or other lawful business or practice in which controlled substances are routinely held or stored, and the entry is forcible; or
(4) when entering or while in the building, the burglar possesses a tool to gain access to money or property.
(b) Whoever enters a government building, religious establishment, historic property, or school building without consent and with intent to commit a crime under section 609.52 or 609.595, or enters a government building, religious establishment, historic property, or school building without consent and commits a crime under section 609.52 or 609.595 while in the building, either directly or as an accomplice, commits burglary in the second degree and may be sentenced to imprisonment for not more than ten years or to payment of a fine of not more than $20,000, or both.
Burglary in the third degree.
Whoever enters a building without consent and with intent to steal or commit any felony or gross misdemeanor while in the building, or enters a building without consent and steals or commits a felony or gross misdemeanor while in the building, either directly or as an accomplice, commits burglary in the third degree and may be sentenced to imprisonment for not more than five years or to payment of a fine of not more than $10,000, or both.
Burglary in the fourth degree.
Whoever enters a building without consent and with intent to commit a misdemeanor other than to steal, or enters a building without consent and commits a misdemeanor other than to steal while in the building, either directly or as an accomplice, commits burglary in the fourth degree and may be sentenced to imprisonment for not more than one year or to payment of a fine of not more than $3,000, or both.