Accused of Burglary in Minneapolis or St. Paul?

Minneapolis Burglary Lawyer & Criminal Defense Attorney

Generally, burglary is the unlawful entry into a building or home for the purpose of committing an offense. Burglary is often referred to as “breaking and entering” and sometimes as “housebreaking.”

How Serious is a Burglary Charge?

If convicted of a burglary charge, a defendant can face 1 year in jail to 20 years in prison, depending on the severity level of the alleged offense. In Minnesota, there are four different burglary charges (click the link to view the applicable statute):

  1. First-Degree Burglary (maximum of 20 years imprisonment and/or a $35,000 fine)
  2. Second-Degree Burglary (maximum of 10 years imprisonment and/or a $20,000 fine)
  3. Third-Degree Burglary (maximum of 5 years imprisonment and/or a $10,000 fine)
  4. Fourth-Degree Burglary (maximum of 1 years in jail and/or a $3,000 fine)

Our Firm Understands Your Situation

Always remember that the State must prove your “intent” to commit burglary in a burglary case. We understand that burglary charges often stem from a simple misunderstanding. Oftentimes the accused has permission to enter land or property. Sometimes the accused enters a home for an honest purpose and has no intent of committing a crime. Sometimes alleged victims have vengeful motives and accuse someone of burglarizing their home. We understand that you may have a good explanation for what happened and our burglary defense attorney will help you explain your version of the facts.

Our Promise

Unlike some attorneys, we make every case a top priority. We listen to our clients and don’t judge them. Most importantly, we will never charge you an unjustified fee only to ignore your case and leave you in the dark. We promise to keep you informed from start to finish and explain every calculated decision we make. With our guidance and zealous advocacy, you will feel comfortable in making a carefully-planned decision about your future.

Contact Minnesota Burglary Defense Attorney Christopher Keyser directly at (612) 338-5007 for a free and confidential case evaluation.  You can also send us a direct email by filling out the “Free Consultation” box to the left of this page. You important call or email will be answered promptly by our attorney.

Keyser Criminal Defense represent clients throughout Minnesota, including the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Duluth, Rochester, Mankato, St. Cloud, Moorhead, Apple Valley, Blaine, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Burnsville, Coon Rapids, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Edina, Lakeville, Maple Grove, Maplewood, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Roseville and Woodbury.