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Florida Burglary Laws<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Lyle Therese A. Hilotin-Lee, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n

Burglary in Florida is a felony offense<\/span> when someone enters or remains in a dwelling, structure, or conveyance with the intent to commit a crime. Key factors include the type of property involved and whether the offender committed assault.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

In Florida, burglary occurs when you enter or remain in someone else’s property with the intent to commit a crime. All burglary charges<\/span> in Florida are felonies, ranging from third-degree to life felonies, depending on factors like whether anyone was home, if you used a weapon, or if you caused significant damage.<\/p>\n

Understanding how Florida categorizes the crime of burglary<\/span> can help you prepare for the next steps. If you’re facing burglary charges<\/span>, contact a\u00a0Florida criminal defense attorney<\/span><\/a>\u00a0immediately. They can provide legal representation to give you better chances of protecting your rights and building a strong defense.<\/p>\n

How Florida Statutes<\/span> Defines Burglary<\/h2>\n

Florida statutes<\/span> provide the definition of burglary<\/span>, which occurs in one of the following ways:<\/p>\n