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This range was checked against the official legal text. Last verified: 2026-10-19.

Statutory range

Theft with § 4º qualifier (breaking / climbing / false key, etc.) — art. 155 § 4º

Imprisonment: Reclusão 2–8 years
Fine: Multa

Entry / theft by force or threat against a person — robbery, art. 157

Imprisonment: Reclusão 6–10 years
Fine: Multa

Source

Statute: No standalone offence — mapping to arts. 155 § 4º / 157
Official source: planalto.gov.br
Verification status
Last verified: 2026-10-19

Not legal advice. This range is the statutory penalty as written in the law — it is not “your sentence.” What is NOT accounted for here: Priors, attempt, whether entry charged separately, discretion. If you face a real charge, consult a licensed lawyer in the relevant jurisdiction.