Penalties for Breaking and Entering in North Carolina

The penalties for breaking and entering (B&E) will vary depending on the following circumstances: Whether you committed the B&E with an intent to commit a felony. Whether the B&E was done in a dwelling or some other type of building. If the building is a dwelling, whether the home is occupied at the time of the B&E. Your prior criminal history and other factors. Consult a North Carolina B&E attorney to get help defending yourself or seeking a reduced punishment in your case. Types of Breaking and Entering Charges A simple B&E occurs when you illegally enter any building, dwelling, or other structure. This is a Class 1 misdemeanor in North Carolina. Note that the crime of trespassing involves entering someone’s property, while B&E requires actually entering a building or structure. If you enter the building with an intent to commit a felony, the charges become much more serious. If the building is a dwelling and someone is home, this is…

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