San Diego Burglary Lawyer

If you or someone you know has been arrested for or accused of burglary in the San Diego area, the Law Offices of Aaron T. Hicks may be able to help. The firm represents clients throughout this area in the face of breaking and entering charges, providing aggressive legal counsel and personalized client service. With a San Diego criminal defense lawyer from the firm at your side to represent your interests, you can rest assured that your case is in good hands, regardless of what stage in the criminal process it may be in.

What is Burglary?

Burglary is a criminal offense that involves unlawfully entering into a building or structure with the intent of committing theft or any felony offense. Whether the intended offense is actually committed is not relevant in a burglary case; rather, it will be the question of whether the defendant unlawfully entered the building with the intention of committing the crime.

Penalties for a San Diego Burglary Conviction

The specific sentencing that a defendant may face for a burglary conviction will vary depending on the particular circumstances surrounding the alleged offense, the defendant's criminal record, whether a weapon was allegedly used, and whether a victim was injured in the commission of the offense. Following are the basic penalties for burglary in San Diego:

• Burglary of an occupied dwelling - felony offense punishable by 2, 4 or 6 years in California state prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
• Burglary of an unoccupied dwelling or structure - felony punishable by up to 16 months in prison, or a misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year in county jail and a fine of up to $1,000.

An experienced attorney can offer you the greatest opportunity of avoiding a criminal conviction and serious penalties for burglary.

For a confidential case review, contact a San Diego burglary attorney at the law firm today.