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Burglary and Breaking and Entering

Virginia Beach Burglary Defense Attorney

The crime of burglary is a felony and requires a prosecutor to demonstrate very specifically that the accused intended to steal property. Simple breaking and entering on the other hand carries possible lesser penalties. Successful defense of these charges requires an attorney who is well-versed in the law, knows how to uncover facts, and how to present persuasive arguments.

Barnes & Garrett is an experienced criminal defense firm that aggressively defends clients accused of burglary, breaking and entering, and other property crimes. If you have been charged with such a crime, we will work to build a strong and effective defense for you.

We defend people accused of:

  • Burglary
  • Breaking and entering
  • Aggravated burglary
  • Home invasion
  • Robbery
  • Theft
  • And others

 Call 757-422-4646 to arrange for a free consultation. We can evaluate your case and discuss possible defense strategies with you.

Building a Strong and Effective Defense

James Garrett is a strong advocate for clients accused of burglary, theft, and other misdemeanors and felonies. Our firm will work to build an effective defense designed to obtain the best outcome possible. We will look at every element of your case to uncover potential means to overcome the charge or get it reduced to a lesser count with lesser penalties.

For example, a prosecutor has some leeway in the types of charges he or she brings. It may possible to negotiate with the prosecutor to reduce a breaking and entering charge, or even a burglary charge, to a lesser offense such as trespassing. In that situation, we may even be able to negotiate to obtain a deferred judgment that can keep your record clear.

Barnes & Garrett believes that every person deserves a strong defense. We will work to defend your rights and your freedom to the greatest extent possible.

For a free initial consultation with a burglary defense lawyer at Barnes & Garrett call 757-422-4646 or send us an e-mail. We serve clients in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and throughout Virginia.

Our Location

Barnes & Garrett, PC
915 First Colonial Rd.
Suite 200
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
757-422-4646



Serving clients in the Virginia Beach area, South Hampton Roads, Hampton Roads, Tidewater, Peninsula and eastern Virginia, including the cities of Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and Suffolk

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