National Law [6] Property Crime Code
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[6] 1 - Petty Theft [6] 2 - Grand Theft [6] 3 - Government Grand Larceny [6] 4 - Grand Theft Auto [6] 5 - Burglary [6] 6 - Trespassing [6] 7 - Bank Robbery (Federal Charge) [6] 8 - Mail Theft (Federal Charge) [6] 9 - Tampering [6] 10 - Vandalism [6] 11 - Gaining Unauthorized Access to a System (Hacking) (Federal Charge) [6] 12 - Arson [6] 13 - Criminal Mischief [6] 14 - Possession of Stolen Property [6] 15 - Squatting [6] 16 - Breaking and Entering [6] 17 - Attempted Bank Robbery (Federal Charge) [6] 18 - Home Invasion [6] 19 - Possession Of Burglary Tools With Intent To Use
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[6] 19 - Possession Of Burglary Tools With Intent To Use

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Updated Jul 25, 2026
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Any individual found in possession of tools that are commonly used in burglaries, where there is reasonable suspicion that the subject/s have clear intent to use said tools, in an attempt to burglarise a property/vehicle. Law Enforcement must be able to prove the reasonable suspicion that the tools the subject/s are carrying, are to be used in an attempt at burglarising.

Example: Law enforcement receives a 911 call, that an individual has been scouting a property out, looking like they are planning a burglary. Law enforcement arrive on scene and detain the subject. Upon search, the subject is found to be in possession of lock picks, a screwdriver and a crowbar.

Misdemeanor
Fine - $1500
Sentence - 160 Seconds