PL 140.20 · Article 140
Burglary in the Third Degree
Burglary in the third degree means entering or remaining unlawfully in a building with intent to commit a crime inside. No one has to be home and nothing has to be taken.
Has your loved one been arrested or taken into police custody?
Text us immediately · (845) 290-2492What the prosecutor must prove
- You entered or remained in a building.
- You were not licensed or privileged to be there.
- You intended to commit a crime inside.
Defenses that commonly apply
- You had permission to enter, or the premises were open to you.
- There was no intent to commit a separate crime inside.
- The structure does not meet the legal definition of a building.
Penalties and collateral consequences
A Class D Felony carries a maximum sentence of up to 7 years and a fine of up to Up to $5,000.
Every case turns on its own facts. The information on this page is general, not legal advice.
Related charges
Related practice areas
Aggressive, experienced defense for arrests, investigations, and serious charges in Rockland, Orange, and Westchester Counties.
From major felonies to misdemeanors and violations, a former prosecutor in your corner from arraignment to verdict.
Tickets, license suspensions, and DMV hearings — keep points off your record and your license in your pocket.