Los Angeles Burglary Defense Attorney

If you or someone you know is under investigation or has been arrested for burglary in Los Angeles, or anywhere in the state of California, your future and your freedom is at stake. Burglary is the unlawful entry of a building, either a home or business, for the purpose of committing a criminal offense, usually theft. Depending upon the specific charges, you may face serious penalties of up to 6 years or more in prison and a "strike" on your criminal record.

Los Angeles Defense Lawyer Robert M. Bernstein is uniquely qualified to help you if you have been accused of burglary. Using aggressive defense tactics and his experience as a former prosecuting attorney, Los Angeles Attorney Robert Bernstein can provide the highest level representation for clients who are facing criminal charges such as burglary, robbery or other serious theft offenses.

Los Angeles Burglary Defense Attorney Robert M. Bernstein is experienced with defending a number of burglary charges, including commercial burglary, burglary involving the use of a deadly weapon, residential burglary (the breaking and entering into a residence) and home invasion burglaries. Because of his experience and skills, Mr. Bernstein has exceptional knowledge of California law on this subject and is able to provide defense strategies that are applicable, innovative and effective for his clients' cases.

Los Angeles Burglary Charges: Proving Intent

Burglary only involves the entering into a property with the intention of committing a criminal offense, whether or not that crime was actually carried out is not a factor in determining guilt. As such, the prosecuting attorney will be seeking to prove that the defendant entered the property with the intention of committing a crime. Attorney Bernstein has been extremely successful on challenging the issue of the defendant's intent and has achieved exceptional results for his clients with this defense strategy.

Burglary Defense Lawyer in Los Angeles, California

Robert M. Bernstein is an experienced Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer. He understands that the penalties for a burglary conviction are severe and fights to defend his clients' constitutional rights and freedom throughout the criminal process of the case. Attorney Bernstein offers a free consultation to see how he may best represent a prospective client, protect your rights and defend your case.

Have you or someone you know is under investigation or has been arrested for burglary? Contact Los Angeles burglary defense lawyer Robert M. Bernstein today!