Which act would typically be classified as "burglary"?

Burglary is typically defined as the unlawful entry into a structure with the intent to commit a crime, usually theft. Entering a home to steal valuables fits this definition perfectly because it involves entering a dwelling with the intent to commit theft, which is a direct violation of property rights and is viewed as a serious offense in criminal law.

In contrast, entering a building to sell merchandise does not involve the unlawful intent necessary for burglary; rather, it suggests a legitimate business transaction. Staying in a hotel without paying could be classified as theft of services or fraud, but it does not involve breaking and entering with the intent to commit a crime. Walking through a commercial property usually does not imply any intent to commit a crime and does not involve unlawful entry, thus not qualifying as burglary.