Conn. Gen. Stat. 53a‑106 – Manufacturing or Possession of Burglar’s Tools

Connecticut General Statutes 53a‑106 explained for non lawyers

1. What the law prohibits

You can be charged with this crime if you make, buy, carry, or have any tool, device, or item that’s designed or commonly used for breaking into buildings, safes, or other places illegally—and you either plan to use it yourself or know someone else will.\

2. What the penalties are if someone is convicted

• It’s a Class A misdemeanor.
• You can go to jail for up to 1 year and pay a fine up to $2,000.

3. What the state has to prove to convict someone (Elements of the offense)

To convict, the prosecutor must prove all of the following beyond a reasonable doubt:

1. The defendant made, obtained, or had one or more tools, devices, or things that are adapted, designed, or commonly used for breaking into buildings, safes, or containers. 
2. The defendant did so with the intent to use those items to break in, or knew someone else intended to use them for that purpose.
   

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