What is second degree burglary in Colorado? Last week in Greeley, Colorado, police responded to an alarm at a small business. When they arrived, the cops saw a man run from the store and hide in a trash bin behind the building. After the cops took the suspect into custody, property from the store was found hidden in the trash bin, along with drugs. It was determined that the Weld County man had broken in through the roof of the business, and then smashed the front window in an attempt to escape.
What is Second Degree Burglary in Colorado?
The suspect now faces charges of Second Degree Burglary in Colorado (CRS 18-4-203), Attempt to Escape – CRS 18-8-208.1, Theft – CRS 18-4-401, Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance – CRS 18-18-403.5, and Criminal Mischief – CRS 18-4-501. Second Degree Burglary is a Class 4 felony where “a person knowingly breaks an entrance into…a building or occupied structure with intent to commit therein a crime against another person or property.” The sentence for a Class 4 felony, Second Degree Burglary charge is:
- 2 – 6 years in the Colorado Department of Corrections
- $2,000 to $500,00 fine
Serious Prison Time for Multiple Offenses Like Burglary
Following his arrest, the man was taken to the sheriff’s office to be interviewed. While in the interview room, he stood on a chair and escaped into the air duct, where he was later found and detained. Charged with Attempt to Escape – a Class 5 felony, he now faces an additional 1 to 3 years and a $1,000 to $100,000 fine. If convicted of the felony of Second Degree Burglary in Colorado, and the other felony charges, the man’s sentence for Attempt to Escape will be served consecutively with his other sentences (which means he will serve sentences back to back. Learn more about consecutive and concurrent sentences).
If you find yourself arrested for or charged with Second Degree Burglary in Colorado, or any other criminal charges, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent and contact the experienced criminal defense attorneys at the O’Malley Law Office, at 970-616-6009, for a free consultation 24/7. Together, we can protect your future.
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