San Diego Burglary Defense Lawyer

Criminal Defense Attorney James N. Dicks

San Diego burglary defense attorney James N. Dicks knows successful defenses for burglary charges and will do his utmost to help you to avoid a conviction. Because burglary deals with the intent of the accused – what crime he or she intended to commit after gaining entry into another person’s property – it can be a hard case for the prosecution to prove. Some other sometimes successful defenses may be:

• Mistaken identity
• The accused had a valid reason to be there
• The accused person’s fingerprints were at the scene because of their allowed and valid presence at the property in the past

If you or a friend or family member has been accused of burglary, it is important to retain a qualified and experienced defense lawyer who will fight to protect your rights. Most state-appointed lawyers simply don’t or can’t provide the same as the service our private firm can provide to you. We offer a free consultation to discuss your burglary case and see what your options are.

Burglary Charges in San Diego

The punishment and possibility of a strike on your record for a San Diego burglary charge will depend upon several factors. Burglaries are typically classified by degree: a first degree burglary is the most common and is often referred to as “residential burglary.” If convicted, you may face 2, 4, or 6 years in state prison and will get a strike on your criminal record. A second degree burglary, usually for a lesser burglary charge such as shoplifting, has a lesser sentence and does not count as a strike on your record.

Before too much time passes and you can’t do anything about your charges, contact our experienced burglary defense attorney and find out what we can do for you.

Have you been accused of a San Diego burglary? Contact defense lawyer James Dicks today!