Aggravted Burglary

A charge of aggravated burglary contains the following elements to be proven to be successful:

1. The accused committed burglary;

2. At the time of the burglary, the accused was armed with a weapon or had another person with them;

3. The accused knew or was reckless as to whether they were armed or accompanied; and

4. The accused intended to use the weapon or the presence of another person to facilitate the theft or overcome resistance.

Aggravated burglary charges are heard in the County Court and are treated as serious indictable offences.

Once the case goes to court, it is up to the prosecution to prove all elements of the offence. It is important that you seek expert legal advice in building a defence as the circumstances of the events that led to the charge can assist in a strong defence argument.

Sentencing for aggravated burglary is severe, with courts imposing substantial prison sentences. Factors considered include whether weapons were used, whether anyone was injured, the value of property stolen, and any prior criminal history.

To ensure the best chance of a successful defence, it is important to get in contact with an expert criminal lawyer as soon as possible. At Emma Turnbull Lawyers, we have experienced criminal defence lawyers who can assist you in defending an aggravated burglary charge. We are a client-focused law firm providing strategic legal solutions with a deep understanding of the law and a commitment to integrity.