Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
What is law enforcement's policy regarding kids over the age of eighteen breaking into their parents home? (Assuming, the parents have changed the locks and nailed windows and doors shut.)
Asked on 12/22/10, 8:49 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Marshall
Law Office of Robert L, Marshall
A person over 18 is considered an adult, not a kid... even if they are the homeowner's offspring.
If you want the law enforcement policy, you would have to ask the agency involved.
However, this has the potential to become a very serious matter. Going into a house with the intent to steal something -- even if the house isn't locked -- is residential burglary.
The punishment for residential burglary can range up to six years in state prison. It is also a "strike" under the Three Strikes law, which increases the punishment for any future felony.
Answered on 12/27/10, 2:59 pm
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