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contemporary burglary  

Definition(s)

  • Burglary is an ancient common law crime against a dwelling, which was sometimes punishable by death. The felony crime of burglary is defined as the nocturnal breaking and entering into the dwelling house of another to commit a felony. [Source: The Social History of Crime and Punishment in America: An Encylopedia; Burglary, Contemporary]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-BPJ97B45-Z

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