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Read MoreSection 76 of the Crimes Act 1958 carries the offence of Burglary that involves entering a building or part of a building as a trespasser.
The difference between Burglary and being charged with Aggravated Burglary (section 77 Crimes Act 1958), is that the person committing the burglary allegedly was in possession of a weapon at the time.
“Building” means a vehicle or vessel that is inhabited by a person. So this includes a car or boat.
The prosecutor has to prove that you entered a building or part of a building as a trespasser the intention to steal anything in the building; or to commit an offence punishable by 5 or more years jail:
Defences:
Penalties: Maximum 10 years jail.
The prosecutor has to prove that you entered a building or part of a building with a weapon (including imitation firearm) or explosive as a trespasser the intention to steal anything in the building; or to commit an offence punishable by 5 or more years jail:
Defences:
Penalties: Maximum 25 years jail.
Case: International tourists charged with serial burglaries In early 2024, Victoria Police cracked down on a group of Irish tourists...
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