What is Residential Burglary Under 720 ILCS 5/19-3?

Residential burglary means unlawfully entering dwellings or residences with intent to commit theft or felony. This includes breaking into homes, apartments, or other residential structures.

Unlike commercial burglary cases, residential burglary involves complex evidence including dwelling classification, occupancy determinations, and enhanced penalty considerations. However, these procedures may contain technical flaws and constitutional violations that experienced defense attorneys can challenge to win cases.

The key to defending residential burglary charges lies in attacking the reliability of dwelling evidence and constitutional violations during arrest.