(6)3.4.6 Possession of Burglary Tools: Difference between revisions
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Created page with "A person is guilty of <b>Possession of Burglary Tools</b> under this subsection if he or she willfully possesses, carries, or otherwise controls any device, instrument, or object designed, adapted, or intended for the commission of burglary with the intent to use it unlawfully to gain entry into a building, structure, or enclosed premises for the purpose of committing a crime therein. (a) Examples..." |
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* Lawful possession during lawful business activities, repair work, construction, or similar employment; | * Lawful possession during lawful business activities, repair work, construction, or similar employment; | ||
* Objects carried for legitimate sporting, recreational, or educational purposes. | * Objects carried for legitimate sporting, recreational, or educational purposes. | ||
Possession of Burglary Tools is a <b>Gross Misdemeanor</b>. | Possession of Burglary Tools is a <b>Gross Misdemeanor</b>. | ||
Revision as of 23:30, 18 December 2025
A person is guilty of Possession of Burglary Tools under this subsection if he or she willfully possesses, carries, or otherwise controls any device, instrument, or object designed, adapted, or intended for the commission of burglary with the intent to use it unlawfully to gain entry into a building, structure, or enclosed premises for the purpose of committing a crime therein.
(a) Examples of burglary tools may include, but are not limited to: lock picks, crowbars, drills or saws intended for unlawful entry, or any instrument used to circumvent security devices.
(b) Exclusions: This subsection shall not apply to:
- Tools, devices, or objects used or possessed for a lawful trade, profession, hobby, or domestic purpose;
- Lawful possession during lawful business activities, repair work, construction, or similar employment;
- Objects carried for legitimate sporting, recreational, or educational purposes.
Possession of Burglary Tools is a Gross Misdemeanor.