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Bloomington Criminal Attorney Bloomington DUI Attorney
Bloomington DUI
Attorney John G. Prior Jr. has extensive experience trying cases both in Western and Central Illinois.
Read more about Mr. Prior's experience as an Illinois Attorney.
Criminal Offenses
- Arson
- Assault
- Battery
- Burglary
- Criminal Sexual Abuse
- Criminal Sexual Assault
- Criminal Trespass to Property
- Criminal Damage to Property
- Domestic Battery
- DUI/Driving Under the Influence
- Home Invasion
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Major Traffic Violations
- Minor Traffic Violations
- Possession of Cannabis
- Possession Of Controlled Or Counterfeit Substances
- Prostitution
- Reckless Conduct
- Residential Burglary
- Resisting Arrest
- Robbery
- Stalking
- Theft
- Unlawful Restraint
- Violation Of Order Of Protection
Bloomington, IL
Criminal Attorney
Residential Burglary
Definition of Residential Burglary. In Illinois, a person commits residential burglary who knowingly and without authority enters or knowingly and without authority remains within the dwelling place of another, or any part thereof, with the intent to commit therein a felony or theft. This offense includes the offense of burglary as defined in 720 ILCS 19-1.
Issues In Residential Burglary - To sustain the charge of residentila burglary, the state must prove the following propositions: First Proposition: That the defendant knowingly entered the dwelling place of another; and Second Proposition: That the defendant did so without authority; and Third Proposition: That the defendant did so with the intent to commit therin the offense of _________________ (theft or a felony). 14.14 - Illinois Pattern Jury Instructions - Criminal 4th Edition
Sentencing - Residential burglary is a non-probational (”except as otherwise provided in 40-10 of the Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse and Dependency Act” (20 ILCS 301/40-10(a)) Class 1 felony punishable by between 4 to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. If the defendant is eligible for extened term, he could be sentenced between 15 to 30 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.
In all criminal matters it is recommended that you seek professional legal assistance to protect your constitutional right. Attorney John G. Prior Jr. has experience trying residential burglary cases, can give legal advice, assist you with your case and ensure that your constitutional rights are protected.
If you or a loved one have been charged with residential burglary that allegedly occurred within DeWitt County, Tazewell County or within any of the other countries in Central Illinois then contact us at The Prior Law Firm and schedule your free consultation.
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Call 309-827-4300 to schedule a free consultation, or use the form below to contact us.
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Areas We Serve
Located in Bloomington, IL, The Prior Law Firm serves the criminal law needs of the following areas: