Outline the elements of the crime of burglary

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Although burglary laws vary from state to state, statutes of all states include three key elements. Elements of the crime of burglary include (1) entering a structure, (2) without the consent of the person in possession, (3) with the intent to commit a crime therein.

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a. True b. False

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The recognized standard for a "reasonable expectation of privacy" was established in:

A. United States v. Robinson (1973). B. Chimel v. California (1969). C. Katz v. United States (1967). D. Carroll v. United States (1925).

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What is the difference between mail fraud and wire fraud?

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Most burglarized structures are homes and businesses

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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