FOCL Practice Test

What defines 'burglary of a coin-operated machine' in Gene's scenario?

1. Entry with force

2. Intent to vandalize

3. Entry to obtain property

4. Use of a weapon

The correct answer is: Entry to obtain property

In Gene's scenario, 'burglary of a coin-operated machine' is defined by the act of entry to obtain property. This definition emphasizes the intention behind the act, which is to unlawfully access and take items of value, such as coins or cash, from the machine. Burglary typically involves entering a structure or premises with the intent to commit a theft or another crime once inside. In this case, Gene's entry into the coin-operated machine aims to gain property unlawfully, categorizing the act as burglary. The other aspects that could be considered, such as entry with force or the use of a weapon, are not essential to defining burglary of a coin-operated machine. Forceful entry is not always necessary for the act to qualify as burglary, and while intent to vandalize might occur, it does not specifically address the theft component central to this scenario. Thus, the focus on entry to obtain property aligns precisely with the legal definition of this type of burglary.