Taylor breaks into a closed store after hours by prying open a door, intending to shoplift items. During the act, Taylor also vandalizes display cases but does not take any merchandise. Which of the following best describes Taylor's potential liability for burglary?
Taylor is charged with burglary despite not taking any merchandise.
Taylor is liable for vandalism and can also be charged with burglary.
Taylor is not charged with burglary since no theft occurred.
Taylor can be charged with burglary because the unlawful entry was coupled with the intent to commit a crime inside the store.
Burglary requires unlawful entry into a building or structure with the intent to commit a crime inside, which can include theft or vandalism. Taylor unlawfully entered the store with the intent to shoplift and proceeded to vandalize property, satisfying the elements of burglary even though no merchandise was ultimately taken.
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