Burglary Charge for Stealing From a Store
My question involves criminal law for the state of: California
I got charged with a burglary charge PC 459 for stealing from target (value of $15). It was my first offense ever and I have a completely clean record. I believe they charged me with burglary bc they believe I came in with the intent to steal.. It was a HUGE mistake on my part. I know jail time is possible. but do you think they will put me in jail for this? The court would be in San Bernadino county... I do have a lawyer and she said she will try to get it reduce to a misdemeanor and no jail time, probably probation and a fine. Do you know if that would be possible or is she just saying that? Anyone have had past experienced with this or know about the court system in San Bernadino, please give me some advice. I am still soo scared and freaked out.
Re: Burglary Charge for Stealing From a Store
Sorry that was a typo. It was five times before so total value of 150. The time I got caught was a value of 15. Thanks for the advice/input.
Sorry that was a typo. It was five times before so total value of 150. The time I got caught was a value of 15. Thanks for the advice/input.
Re: Burglary Charge for Stealing From a Store
If you went into the store and shoplifted there multiple times....they see you as coming into the store this time with intent to steal again.
And they have it on tape....yep, they have met the burden of proof....
You are lucky they are not charging you with a separate charge for each incident.