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We are your Possession of Burglary Tools Defense Lawyers in Florida

It is unlawful for a person to have in his possession any tool, machine, or implement with intent to use the tools, machines, or implements to commit a burglary or a trespass.

Proving Possession of Burglary Tools in Florida

To prove possession of burglary tools in Florida the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt:

• The defendant intended to commit a burglary or trespass;
• The defendant had in his possession a tool, machine or implement that he intended to use in the commission of a burglary or trespass;
• The defendant did some overt act toward the commission of a burglary or trespass.

What are “Burglary Tools?”

In order for an object to constitute a burglary tool the prosecution must show that the defendant used or actually intended to use the object to commit a burglary or trespass.

Penalties for the Offense

Possession of Burglary Tools is a third degree felony with penalties up to five (5) years in prison or five (5) years of probation, and a $5,000 fine.

Defenses to Burglary Tool Possession

There are many defenses available to contest a Burglary Tools possession charge in Florida, and no plea should ever be made without speaking to a qualified criminal defense attorney.

Early Negotiation is Critical in a Possession of Weapon Defense in Florida

Early contact in the criminal process communicates competence, resolve, and establishes a rapport that may be needed during future negotiations.

Call us even before you are charged if possible.  We may be able to avoid charges being filed.

We will make early contact with the prosecutor to present factual defenses, legal issues, and mitigating circumstances that may have a dramatic impact on the State’s decision to move forward against you.

We also happen to be Florida criminal law attorneys.

We are Miami Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach criminal defense lawyers.

Our Florida criminal lawyers represent clients charged with possession of burglary tools in Broward County, Miami Dade County, and Palm Beach County.

We can help you.

We handle criminal law cases and possession of burglary tools defense cases Florida.

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