The criminal act of breaking and entering into another’s dwelling without legal permission and with the intent to commit a crime inside that dwelling
Today, the crime of breaking and entering is no longer limited to dwellings but can apply to vehicles or any other type of enclosed structure.
If the crime is charged as a misdemeanor trespass, the offense can be punishable by up to six months in county jail. If the crime is charged as a felony, such as burglary, the offense can be punishable by up to six years in state prison.
