Burglary
A person commits burglary if without the effective
consent of the owner the person enters a habitation or
building with intent to commit a felony, theft, or
assault.
People who commit burglary may or may not use a weapon
during the commission of the crime. In most states,
breaking into another person's residence is considered a
more serious offense than breaking into a commercial
property due to the immense distress of the victims and
the personal nature of the crime. Therefore, a person
who burglarizes a residence may be subject to harsher
legal penalties if convicted than a person who
burglarizes a gas station.
If you have been charged with burglary, it is important
that you speak with a burglary crimes attorney
immediately. If you are convicted, you face severe legal
consequences that will adversely affect your future
quality of life. By working with a knowledgeable
criminal defense attorney, you stand a better chance of
fighting your criminal charges, or having your criminal
charges reduced or dismissed.
Burglary Penalties
Burglary is a felony offense. Any person who is
convicted of burglary may be sentenced with jail or
prison time, fines, probation, community service, and
restitution. Additionally, the person's burglary
conviction will show up on his/her criminal record,
which is accessible to the public. When a person has a
burglary conviction on his/her criminal record, it can
be very difficult for him/her to obtain employment,
housing, and education opportunities.
Gilbert G. Garcia, has practiced Criminal Law since 1978
and has been Board Certified in Criminal Law since 1989.
The Gilbert G. Garcia Law Firm is the logical choice to
represent you in your criminal case, providing the
quality legal services you deserve in your most
important matters.
Free initial consultations and reasonable fees.
Personal payments plans available and most major credit
cards accepted. Many issues are able to be handled
via e-mail, phone calls and fax and after hours and
weekend appointments are available upon request to meet
the needs of each client.
Conveniently located on the Montgomery County Courthouse
square since 1983.
