Miami Criminal Lawyers for Burglary and Robbery Charges

Burglary / Robbery

Burglary and robbery are two theft crimes that may also be classified as violent criminal offenses. As opposed to shoplifting or another form of theft that involves no harm, threats or direct contact with the victim, robbery and burglary may involve forcefully taking another’s property or entering another’s home with the intent of committing theft or another criminal offense. In Florida, both burglary and robbery are considered felony offenses. The penalties that may be imposed will vary from up to 15 years to life in state prison.

You may be visiting this site because someone you know was arrested for burglary or robbery, or perhaps because you have been contacted by law enforcement or are currently the subject of a criminal investigation. Regardless of the circumstances in which you have found yourself, a Miami criminal lawyer at our law offices may be able to help. We offer a complimentary consultation to discuss your charges, and at this time we can evaluate the matter and give you an honest assessment that will allow you to make an informed decision about your case.

Miami Burglary and Robbery Convictions

Burglary and robbery are serious criminal offenses. Following are the maximum penalties that may be imposed for a defendant convicted of burglary or robbery in Miami, Florida:

• Armed burglary – felony of the first degree, punishable by up to 30 years or life in prison.
• Burglary of a house or dwelling – felony of the second degree, punishable by up to 15 years in prison.
• Armed robbery (with a deadly weapon) – first degree felony, punishable by up to 30 years or life in prison.
• Armed robbery (with a weapon) – first degree felony, punishable by up to 30 years in prison.
• Robbery – felony of the second degree, punishable by up to 15 years in state prison.

Accused of robbery or burglary? Contact a Miami criminal defense attorney at Remer & Georges-Pierre, PLLC today.