What is FIRST-DEGREE BURGLARY?

This describes the intentional breaking into of a dwelling with the intent to steal.

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Related Legal Terms
BURGLARY, MURDER IN THE FIRST DEGREE, MURDER IN THE THIRD DEGREE, BURGLARY INSURANCE, SAFE BURGLARY, PREMISES BURGLARY, BANK BURGLARY AND ROBBERY INSURANCE, STOREKEEPER’S BURGLARY AND ROBBERY INSURANCE, OFFICE BURGLARY AND ROBBERY POLICY, ROBBERY AND SAFE BURGLARY COVERAGE FORM


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