§ 6-201 Definitions
§ 6-202 Burglary in the first degree
§ 6-203 Burglary in the second degree
§ 6-204 Burglary in the third degree
§ 6-205 Burglary in the fourth degree
§ 6-206 Breaking and entering motor vehicle – Rogue and vagabond
§ 6-207 Burglary with destructive device
§ 6-208 Breaking and entering a research facility
§ 6-209 Separate units – Separate violations
§ 6-210 Charging document
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Terms Used In Maryland Code > CRIMINAL LAW > Title 6 > Subtitle 2 - Burglary and Related Crimes

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  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
  • Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.
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  • Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.