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Burglary is a combination of two elements.

1. Trespassing on to property.

2. The intent of committing an additional crime (usually a felony).

If either element is missing, a burglary has not been committed.

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the ELEMENTS of the crime of burglary

Enters, Building or part of a building, as a trespasser, with intent, mens rea, trial and sentence,

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