Burglary defense attorney in Corpus Christi, Texas

Texas State penal code  including burglary offenses

In Texas, burglary can be committed in a variety of ways and in different types of buildings. As long as the building is not open to the public, it can be the object of a burglary.

Burglary even is applied to vehicles and vending machines.

Burglary can also be charged if one commits any type of felony inside the building.

For example, entering a home and assaulting the occupants would qualify as a burglary. The accused can be convicted even if the assault did not actually occur. 

As long as the prosecution can show there was intent to commit a felony, that could be enough for a conviction.

The penalty for any burglary could carry a penalty of up to 20 years in prison if convicted.

There are common defenses to burglary charges that may be used, such as:

• the occupants gave the accused consent to be inside
• entrapment
• the entry was a mistake, (e.g. entering a neighbor’s house)
• the accused did not intend to steal or make an assault

In some of these cases, the entry would be charged as trespassing.

Anyone charged with burglary will be facing an investigation and potential prosecution for the crime.

Your defense could be strengthened with the representation of a criminal defense attorney who will make the best defense possible and work for your acquittal.

Bobby Bourlon has the background to present your version of the story and give you the best chance to avoid serious penalty. The initial consultation is free, and if you need representation, payment plans available.

Please call today for an appointment with a Burglary defense attorney at 361-289-6040.