Which type has the ability to gain entry to premises by stealth or defeating locks, alarms?

• A. Robber
• B. Auto Theft
• C. Identity Thief
• D. Burglar

Answer: (D)

Gaining entry to a premises by stealth or by defeating locks and alarms is the classic MO of burglary. This crime centers on unlawful entry with the intent to commit a theft or other offense inside, and doing so by slipping in quietly or bypassing security measures is exactly what defines a burglar.

By contrast, a robber relies on force or threats to take property during the crime, an auto thief targets vehicles, and an identity thief steals personal information to commit fraud. So the description fits burglary best because the emphasis is on how the entry occurs rather than on the theft method or target.