Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

What is the maximum sentence for burgulary in VA no weapons involved.


Asked on 3/19/11, 2:27 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Charged as a Class 3 felony, a minimum term of imprisonment of 5 years

to no more than 20 years, and, possibly, a fine (subject to certain exceptions)

not exceeding $100K. See Va Code Sec. 18.2-89 and Sec. 18.2-10(c).

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Answered on 3/19/11, 9:27 am
sheryl shane sheryl shane, attorney at law

There are different burglary statutes. I agree based on the facts given, there would be twenty year maximum. You should check into Virginia Sentencing Guidelines too. Good luck. Attorney Sheryl Shane. Web: www.sherylshanelaw.com.

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Answered on 3/23/11, 8:52 am


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