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If you’re facing burglary charges in California, you need an experienced burglary lawyer who understands how to fight for your rights. Prosecutors treat these cases seriously because they often involve entering someone’s property without permission — but not every accusation is what it seems. Many cases involve misunderstandings, false accusations, or lesser offenses like trespassing or petty theft.
Why You Need a Skilled Burglary Lawyer
The right legal defense can mean the difference between a felony conviction and a reduced or dismissed charge. An experienced burglary attorney knows how to challenge the prosecution’s evidence, negotiate favorable deals, and present your case effectively in court.
Understanding California Burglary Charges
First-Degree (Residential) Burglary
Under Penal Code §460, first-degree burglary occurs when someone enters an inhabited dwelling — such as a house, apartment, boat, or even a tent — intending to commit theft or another felony.
Always charged as a felony
Penalties: 2–6 years in state prison, fines up to $10,000
Counts as a “strike” under California’s Three Strikes Law
Even if no one is home, it can still be considered residential burglary. Because it is classified as a violent offense, the consequences are severe.
Second-Degree (Commercial) Burglary
All other burglary cases, such as those involving businesses or non-residential buildings, are considered second-degree burglary.
Can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony
Misdemeanor penalties: Up to 1 year in county jail, fines up to $1,000
Felony penalties: 16 months to 3 years in state prison, fines up to $10,000
Prosecutors must prove you entered with intent to commit theft or another felony. If you entered a business during open hours without that intent, it may not qualify as burglary.
How Our Burglary Lawyer Can Help
At Kareem Law APC, we have over a decade of experience defending clients against burglary charges. We understand the tactics prosecutors use and develop tailored defense strategies, which may include:
Challenging illegal searches or arrests
Disputing the intent element of burglary
Presenting evidence of mistaken identity or false accusations
Negotiating for reduced charges or alternative sentencing
We believe everyone deserves strong, judgment-free legal representation.
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If you’ve been arrested or are under investigation for burglary, contact Kareem A. Ramadan at Kareem Law APC immediately. The earlier we start building your defense, the better your chances of protecting your freedom and future.
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How an Experienced Los Angeles Burglary Attorney Can Help You
The intent to conduct theft or another felony violation is one of the essential legal components that must be proven in a case of burglary. Your burglary lawyer may be able to get your charge dropped or reduced to criminal trespass, which is a minor offense, if the prosecuting attorney does not have enough evidence to establish intent.
Similar to this, your California burglary defense attorney may be able to contest the witness’ testimony or his or her reliability if the prosecution’s case is substantially supported by eyewitness testimony. On the other side, if the evidence used against you was acquired illegally, your attorney could be able to get the criminal case completely dropped.
Get in touch with the Kareem Law APC as soon as possible if you have been accused of any type of burglary. Depending on the allegations you are facing, the evidence against you, whether or not you have a criminal record, and a number of other criteria, our legal team, led by top-rated criminal defense attorney Kareem A. Ramadan, will develop the most effective and aggressive defense plan. To ensure that all of your rights are adequately protected, we will work tirelessly.
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Questions To Ask When Choosing Your Criminal Defense Attorney
What is considered burglary in California?
Under California Penal Code Section 459, burglary is the act of entering a structure (residential, commercial, or any other type of property) with the intent to commit grand larceny, petit larceny, or any other felony.
Can you burglarize your own home in California?
The statute protects against intruders into indoor areas, not persons committing crimes in their own homes. To hold otherwise could lead to potentially absurd results. If a person can be convicted for burglarizing his own home, he could violate section 459 by calmly entering his house with intent to forge a check.
What makes burglary a felony in California?
Burglary in the first degree (burglary of an inhabited building) is a felony in California. A conviction for first-degree burglary can include two to six years in prison. Burglary in the second degree (non-inhabited building) is a wobbler in California. This means it could be charged as a felony or a misdemeanor.
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When you are facing criminal charges, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney you can trust. Kareem has been practicing criminal law for more than a decade and is one of the most trusted and highly rated attorneys. Whether you need help with a domestic violence case, felony and misdemeanor cases, theft crimes, or any other criminal charges, call Kareem Law APC for excellent legal representation. Kareem is a compassionate criminal lawyer who will protect your rights, guide you through every step of the process, provide you with the legal counsel you deserve, and fight hard to obtain optimal results. Call today at (888)-506-6519 or use our online contact form to schedule contact with a seasoned criminal defense lawyer in Riverside.
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