Punishment ranges for burglary can be confusing, and are directly linked to the facts and circumstances surrounding the crime.
| Type | Class | Incarceration | Parole | Fine |
| First Degree Burglary | Class 3 Felony | 4 – 12 years | 5 years | $3,000 – $750,000 |
| Second Degree Burglary | Class 4 Felony* | 2 – 6 years | 3 years | $2,000 – $500,000 |
| Third Degree Burglary | Class 5 Felony** | 1 – 3 years | 2 years | $1,000 – $100,000 |
| Possession of Burglary Tools | Class 5 Felony | 1 – 3 years | 2 years | $1,000 – $100,000 |
* Class 3 felony if burglary is of a dwelling or residence or the objective of the theft is a controlled substance.
** Class 4 felony if objective of theft is a controlled substance.
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