Burglary refers to a common law felony, the nighttime breaking and entering of the dwelling house of another, with the intention to commit a crime (felony or larceny ) therein.
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Burglary refers to unlawful entry into a structure to commit a crime therein. It is a common law felony, the nighttime breaking and entering of the dwelling house of another, with the intention to commit a crime (felony or larceny) therein.
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