San Jose Burglary Defense Attorney

Challenging Burglary Charges in San Jose, CA

Burglary, commonly referred to as “breaking and entering,” is a criminal offense that involves unlawfully entering or remaining on another’s property with the intention of committing a felony offense or theft. Burglary may be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony in San Jose, California, depending on the type of property entered (a residence or unoccupied structure) as well as whether the defendant was carrying a deadly weapon. In some situations, a burglary conviction may count as a “strike” on a defendant’s criminal record.

Challenging burglary charges with the assistance of an experienced San Jose criminal attorney is of the utmost importance. This applies even if you have not yet been formally charged and are under investigation by law enforcement. You will need a professional on your side who can protect your legal rights and help you seek an advantageous outcome to your case.

Contact a Criminal Lawyer Regarding Your Burglary Case

There are different strategies that a criminal lawyer may employ in challenging burglary charges on behalf of a defendant or arrestee. Because the intent of the alleged offender is such an important factor in burglary charges, this may be a primary angle in building an effective defense strategy. If the prosecution cannot prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you entered the property with the intent of committing theft or a felony offense, you cannot be convicted of burglary. Challenging evidence and witness testimony, bringing under scrutiny law enforcement’s investigation and manner in which evidence was gathered or processed may open the door to a successful avoidance of a conviction.

To find out how we can help you challenge charges for breaking and entering, contact a San Jose Burglary Defense Lawyer at the Law Office of Thomas F. Mueller today.