Property crimes like theft, robbery, and burglary are among Texas’s most common criminal charges. Of these offenses, burglary is the most likely to lead to the most severe repercussions as it is an automatic felony. If you are facing a burglary charge in San Antonio, it is crucial that you enlist an experienced burglary defense attorney to defend your case.
Sophia Martinez Law is adept at creating compelling defense strategies for people facing burglary charges in San Antonio. As a former District Attorney with over 25 years of experience, Sophia C. Martinez understands how important it is that your charges are minimized, and she will work diligently to try and get your charges reduced or, in some cases, dropped entirely, if possible.
What Is the Difference between Burglary, Theft, and Robbery in San Antonio, Texas?
Theft, burglary, and robbery are similar criminal charges that, while easily confused, have a few key differences. A theft crime is the unlawful taking of property from its owner with the intent to deprive the owner of that property. If a bodily injury is caused during a theft, the crime will escalate to robbery.
In order for a burglary to occur, Texas Penal Code Sec. 30.02 states that a person must:
“Enter a habitation, or a building (or any portion of a building) not then open to the public, with intent to commit a felony, theft, or an assault; or remain concealed, with intent to commit a felony, theft, or an assault, in a building or habitation; or enter a building or habitation and commit or attempt to commit a felony, theft, or an assault.”
In other words, a person is guilty of burglary in Texas if they enter a building without permission and commit (or intend to commit) a felony, theft, or assault.
How Can a Texas Burglary Lawyer Help Defend Your Case in San Antonio?
Criminal Defense Attorney Sophia C. Martinez is committed to fighting for your rights and protecting your interests every step of the way. She fully understands the rules and regulations regarding burglary crimes in Texas and will stand with you personally throughout the legal process.
When you partner with Sophia Martinez Law, you will have an attorney you can trust to defend your case. Attorney Sophia Martinez can fight a San Antonio burglary charge by:
- Interviewing witnesses
- Helping to formulate a favorable plea
- Investigating the prosecutor’s case against you
- Evaluating potential sentences for your charges
- Gathering evidence
A conviction for burglary in San Antonio could come with harsh penalties that could follow you for the rest of your life. Although a conviction for any property crime can come with jail time and a permanent criminal record in Texas, burglary tends to come with the most severe consequences.
Jail time, heavy fines, and becoming a convicted felon are unforgiving punishments that you should not attempt to fight without a legal professional. At Sophia Martinez Law, we take your criminal charge as seriously as you do and will do everything in our power to protect your rights and interests.
Schedule a Free Consultation with an Experienced San Antonio Burglary Attorney Today
For more than 25 years, Sophia C. Martinez has been serving clients’ legal needs in San Antonio and the surrounding areas. She has earned the trust and respect of clients facing a multitude of legal problems, including various types of theft, including burglary.
Sophia Martinez Law is dedicated to protecting the legal rights of Texans accused of all crimes. If you or someone you care about has been arrested or charged with burglary in San Antonio, do not hesitate to contact our firm. During your free initial consultation, Attorney Sophia Martinez can discuss the possible defense strategies that may be effective for your unique case. She also speaks Spanish.
Contact Sophia Martinez Law today by calling (210) 226-3000 or submitting a completed contact form.