Residential Burglary Attorney in Chicago

About Residential Burglary Charges

Residential burglary is a serious charge. In fact, Illinois prosecutors will always pursue felony charges for burglary, regardless of the specifics behind an alleged offense. If you or a loved one has been arrested for residential burglary, remember to remain calm and cooperate with authorities, but do not make any statements or agree to any questioning until you have your Chicago criminal attorney present to protect your legal rights and best interests. The police will work tenaciously to better their case through your consent to be interrogated without counsel, but you have every right to remain silent and protect yourself from incrimination.

Burglary involves the entering of a building with intent to commit a felony or theft. While many times theft is the motive of a burglary, charges can be pressed if any felony was intended to be committed by the perpetrator. It also is irrelevant as to whether the intended crime was actually committed or not. While burglary in general is considered a Class 2 felony by state law, residential burglary is a much more grievous offense. As opposed to unlawfully entering a business or unoccupied building to commit a crime, when that building is a home or occupied dwelling, the crime becomes an automatic Class 1 felony. Punishment will include a 4 to 15-year prison sentence - without the possibility of probation.

Chicago Criminal Defense Lawyer

From minor charges and misdemeanors to the most serious felony charges, the skilled team at the Law Offices of Howard J. Wise & Associates stands ready to offer help. Regardless of the specific nature of the residential burglary charges you may be facing, we understand that the two most important things are preventing a criminal conviction and protecting your freedom. We will work doggedly on these fronts, employing our vast experience and capabilities in every way possible.

If you or a loved one has been arrested or is under investigation, contact a Chicago residential burglary lawyer at our offices today.