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In California, the crime of burglary occurs when you enter a structure (e.g., building or home) with the intent to commit a felony or a theft once you are inside. Depending on what kind of structure you enter, you may face one of two different degrees of burglary charges: First Degree and Second Degree Burglary. Being charged with first degree burglary in Riverside is the more serious of the two.

What is Second Degree Burglary

Second Degree Burglary is charged if you entered a commercial building like a store or other public building. This charge is a wobbler in that it can be prosecuted either as felony or misdemeanor, depending on the circumstances of the case.

First Degree Burglary is charged if you entered a residential building or dwelling that is inhabited. The fact that you are invading a person’s most personal space in which they are most vulnerable renders this charge a felony. First Degree Burglary is always charged as a felony.

Punishment For Burglary

If you are charged with First Degree Burglary in Riverside, you may face a sentence in state prison for two, four, or six years. Since burglary is also regarding as a serious felony, you will incur a “strike” for the purposes of California’s Three Strikes Law – meaning any future felony charges you face will expose you to more severe punishments. You will also likely incur a fine of up to $10,000.

Your punishment becomes more severe with longer sentences if it is found that you either used an explosive device to gain entry into the structure or if you caused a person great bodily injury while committing the burglary. If proven, theses “enhancements” can potentially add another seven years to your sentence.

The consequences of first degree burglary in Riverside under Penal Code Section 459 are very serious to say the least and can completely derail the rest of your life. You will need the help and representation of a skilled criminal defense attorney. At Wallin & Klarich, our knowledgeable attorneys can speak for you in defending your personal rights and fighting the allegations against you.

Call us today at 888-280-6839 or visit us online at www.wklaw.com. Our attorneys are very knowledgeable and can help you achieve the best possible result in your case.

An individual charged with automobile burglary in Los Angeles (PC 459) would do well to seek the assistance of a Southern California defense attorney. This charge is a wobbler, meaning it may be charged as either a misdemeanor or felony; however, a felony burglary conviction can mean serving time in state prison.

California law distinguishes automobile burglary from theft in order to provide stiffer sentencing for individuals who actually break into the vehicle. In many ways the two are comparable – an intent to steal is necessary, but in both cases the defendant doesn’t actually have to take anything. The most significant difference, however, is as mentioned, the defendant must actually have broken into the car.

This factor creates a dimension of complexity to this charge. What if the defendant breaks the window? Case precedent shows that, while a broken window can indeed be a means of entering the vehicle, in itself it does not always establish automobile burglary. A defendant who is caught breaking a car window may, for instance, admit that he did so, but suggest he was merely vandalizing the vehicle.

Similarly, if the defendant enters an unlocked vehicle and uses the inside latch to open the trunk, this is not considered breaking and entering. If he steals something from the trunk, the charge would be theft, but not automobile burglary. On the other hand, a charge may be made if the defendant applied pressure in some way which resulted in the door unlocking. Generally the door or trunk lock must have been compromised for an automobile burglary to be successfully prosecuted.

Automobile burglary is charged either as a misdemeanor or felony burglary depending on the specifics of the case and the defendant’s criminal history. A misdemeanor conviction carries up to a year in county jail; a felony can bring as much as 3 years in custody. For this reason, if you are charged with automobile burglary you need to speak with a Southern California defense attorney. We at Wallin & Klarich have spent over 30 years successfully defending persons accused of automobile burglary. Call us today at (888) 280-6839.

If you are facing a burglary charge, the Los Angeles burglary defense attorneys at Wallin & Klarich may be able to help. Burglary is a strike offense in California; receiving a conviction can seriously impair your ability to work or find housing.

A string of recent burglaries in the Southland are thought to be connected. The modus operandi of the perpetrators is to pose as Department of Water and Power employees or city construction workers. They work as a team: one appears at a resident’s door, introduces himself, and then lures him to the backyard or other part of the house. Meanwhile, a second member of the team sneaks inside and steals whatever he can find of value.

The Los Angeles Police Department reports that as many as nine homes have been burglarized in the San Fernando Valley in the past year. Burglars using a similar ruse have struck in West Los Angeles and North Hollywood as well. Police believe the various crimes are being committed by the same group despite what are sometimes conflicting descriptions of the perpetrators given by victims. Certain details are common in most all cases; e.g. the individual who introduces himself refers to himself as “Jerry,” and the “teams” communicate with each other via cell phones or walkie talkies.

The suspects are still at large.

California state law defines burglary of a residence (PC 459) as first degree burglary, whether or not anything is actually taken. This is a strike offense, and carries a potential penalty of 2-6 years in state prison. Add to this the offense of false impersonation in order to harm an individual or gain a benefit for oneself (PC 529), and the suspects, if caught and convicted, may face serious punishment, indeed.

If you are charged with a burglary, don’t rely on a public defender to help you. You need a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney on your side that is aggressive and experienced. The attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have spent over 30 years defending clients with a large range of issues. Call us today at 1-888-749-0034.

A cypress man was arrested on suspicion of burglary after a homeowner walked in on him while in the act. Kris Do Young Shin, 31, was arrested Friday thanks in large part to the calm nature in which the victim handled herself. No word yet on whether or not Shin has retained a criminal defense attorney or not.

The incident happened Friday afternoon in broad daylight when woman spotted a man in her home. She called police and reported that the man fled the scene when confronted with her laptop and a key ring. She also managed to provide a description of the getaway car as well as the license plate number.

Shin was promptly arrested in neighboring La Palma after officers staked out his car and arrested him when he returned to the vehicle.

In addition to finding the victims laptop and keys, police also discovered that Shin had other property in his possession that they believe was from another burglary. A quick run of Shin’s name shows that he has been arrested on possession of burglary tools as well as burglary, but had pleaded not guilty in those crimes.

Residential burglary, also known as 1st degree burglary, is always charged as a felony and is also considered a strike under California’s three strike law. If convicted of 1st degree burglary, an individual faces as many as 6 years in state prison. If an individual already has a strike on their record, that punishment can be enhanced, all the way up to 25 years to life in prison if the person had two prior strikes.

In the past, we have brought you stories of dumb criminals posting pictures of their crimes on their various social networking profiles, leading to open and shut cases for police and DAs. It’s the kind of criminal behavior that drives a criminal defense attorney crazy.

Police in Austin have decided to take a more proactive approach to solving crimes through social media, setting up their own Facebook page in an attempt to reach out to the public and get tips. Right now, the Facebook profile is being used by the burglary task force. They post pictures of items stolen and of suspects and ask the public to contact them through social media if they have any information.

A few years ago, the burglary task force was solving just 5% of all burglaries in the area. Now, thanks to initiatives like creating their own Facebook page, they have doubled that figure.
While responses to Facebook posts don’t always lead to arrests, it has also resulted in reuniting victims with their stolen property.

The police make sure to include telephone numbers in each post, ensuring that potential tipsters don’t have to reveal their identities on the social network.

This proactive approach is just a supplemental investigatory tool, and by no means is a substitute for good old fashioned police work. That said, with the way the internet is making the world a smaller place, especially social media, it is surprising that more departments across the country haven’t adopted a similar approach to investigating crimes.

A Los Angeles teen is going to need a top notch Orange County criminal defense attorney after being caught trying to break into a home in Newport Beach and for being in possession of items stolen during an earlier home invasion.

Marvion Templeton, 18, was arrested on suspicion of residential burglary after neighbors reported a suspicious man knocking on doors and trying to open the doors when nobody answered. When cops arrived on scene, Templeton attempted to flee, but was quickly apprehended. When police searched his vehicle, they found several items that had been reported stolen during an earlier home invasion.

In that incident, residents returned home to find their place ransacked and several items had been stolen.

As any burglary defense attorney knows, residential burglary is also called 1st degree burglary. It is always a felony, regardless of how much property was stolen or destroyed, and it is also a strike under California’s three strike law. If convicted, Templeton faces up to six years in prison, and would have to serve a minimum of 85% of that time before he’d be eligible for parole. If he has any prior strikes on his record, he would receive a sentence enhancement. If this was his third strike, he’d face anywhere from 25 years to life in prison.

At this time, police are still conducting an investigation to determine whether Templeton was acting alone or if he had any accomplices.

A group of burglars made off with a safe containing nearly $5 million in cash and jewels from a Los Angeles home two weeks ago. Police know that there must have been at least two people involved in the heist and probably more, as the safe weighed in at 500 lbs. If caught, the culprits would face first degree burglary charges and felony grand theft charges.

The heist was brazen to say the least. The culprits scaled a security wall, smashed in a glass door and used a rug to slide the safe from its upstairs location to a getaway vehicle. Given the extreme weight of the safe, it seems as though the burglars must have had some sort of inside knowledge of what they were looking for in order to have a vehicle capable of carting off the safe as well as having enough people to actually lift or carry the safe into the vehicle.

If caught, all the perpetrators would face significant jail time. Because they broke into a home, that is automatically 1st degree burglary, which is a strike in California. The punishment for 1st degree burglary is up to 6 years in state prison. Couple that with felony grand theft, which carries a maximum 3 year sentence, plus an addition 4 years because the value of the property stolen exceeded $3 million, and the perpetrators could face up to 13 years in prison if caught and convicted.

What do you think? Was this an inside job and does the potential punishment fit the crime?

In a story straight out of the wild wild west, two men broke into the Siskiyou County courthouse in the early morning hours and smashed open a display case containing approximately $3 million in gold nuggets. This particular act of burglary was brazen to say the least, and if caught, the duo will need one heck of a criminal defense attorney to wriggle out of this one.

Siskiyou County is located on the border between California and Oregon, and was part of the Gold Rush that prompted settlers to move west in search of fortune. And just as crime was rampant back then, it seems as though these two bandits have gotten away with burglary and grand theft.

The case they broke into was protected by an alarm system, but the system malfunctioned and the alarm never sounded. The thieves knew what they were looking for too. The surveillance video shows the pair ignoring most of the smaller pieces and historical items, focusing rather on the larger pieces of gold.

It wouldn’t be too hard for a thief to case the courthouse and determine what was worth taking and what wasn’t. The gold nugget collection is prominently displayed in the courthouse for tourists and citizens alike to enjoy.

If caught and convicted, the thieves could face as many as 5 years in prison, including enhancement for stealing more than $3 million worth of assets. For the sleepy little town on the Northern California Border, this theft has been the talk of the town, and bringing the criminals to justice is priority number one.

While burglary’s penalties can be quite severe, there are numerous defenses that a skilled California burglary defense lawyer can present on your behalf. The following are some of the most common.

Intent

Intent is critical to a burglary prosecution. If you don’t intend to commit a theft or other felony upon your entry, you can’t be convicted of burglary – period. Your intent becomes increasingly difficult to prove if the alleged intended crime didn’t actually take place.

Mistake of fact

Mistake of fact ties directly into intent. If, for example, you reasonably believed that you were entering another’s home, to take back something that you thought belonged to you or because you believed you had permission to take the item, you would not be guilty of a California burglary (or, for that matter, a trespass).39

Consent

Consent may or may not serve as a viable defense, depending on the situation. Examples of when consent may act as a defense include (but are not limited to):

• a situation where you own the property, or

• a situation where you are invited in and the owner knows of your criminal intent (such as an undercover officer inviting you into receiving stolen property). The rationale here is that the danger that burglary law seeks to protect against is absent in such a situation.

Consent will not serve as a defense if the property owner invited you in, unaware of your criminal intent. This would be the case if

• you enter a store, intending to shoplift,

• you are invited into a home, and the owner doesn’t know that you intend to steal once inside, or

• you fraudulently obtain consent to enter.

You are innocent of the charges

This is obviously the best and most effective defense to a burglary (or any other) charge. You can be falsely arrested or falsely accused of California burglary under Penal Code 459 PC for any number of reasons.
Perhaps yours is a case of mistaken identity. You happened to look like (or have the same name as) someone who was reported to the police.

Perhaps yours is a case of misleading evidence. Let’s assume, for example, that someone’s home or business was burgled and that you had previously been there for innocent and legitimate reasons. Those prior occasions would explain why your fingerprints were found at the crime location.
Even when the evidence appears damaging, an experienced California burglary attorney knows how to present the most effective arguments and legal defenses to convince the prosecutor to reduce or possibly even dismiss your charges.

If you or someone you know has been accused of a crime, you will need an experienced Southern California defense attorney who will aggressively defend you to obtain the best possible result. At Wallin & Klarich, we have helped people accused of robbery allegations for over 30 years. Call us at (888) 764-2615 or visit our website at www.wklaw.com. We will be there when you call.

No! In the recent case of People v. Magness, the California Court of Appeal for the Third Appellate District overruled the trial court’s determination that the defendant’s use of a remote control device to open the victim’s garage door with the intent to commit a burglary constituted a burglary under California Penal Code Section 459. The court of appeal held that when a person uses a remote control device to open a garage door from a distance away from the house, with the intent to commit a burglary, the person does not “enter” the house for purposes of the crime of burglary under California law. Under California law, a person commits burglary when he or she enters any house or other building with the intent to commit grand or petit larceny or any felony. A burglary occurs when one’s possessory right in a building has been invaded. Thus, an act of physical entry for the purpose of committing a burglary, no matter how partial or slight it may be, constitutes a burglary under the meaning and intent of California Penal Code Section 459. Moreover, courts have also held that a burglary may be committed when an invader uses an instrument—such as a pair of pliers or a crowbar—to effectuate entry into either a house or other building. However, in the Magness case, the court found that in the absence of any sort of physical intrusion into the victim’s garage, the use of a remote control to effectuate entry, standing alone, will not uphold a burglary conviction.

In the Magness case, the defendant had taken a remote control device from the victim’s car which was parked outside on the victim’s driveway to open up the victim’s garage door. However, before the defendant stepped foot inside of the victim’s garage, the victim came out of the house and confronted the defendant, thereby foiling the defendant’s burglary attempt. The majority reasoned that using a remote control device to open the victim’s garage door was not analogous to either kicking in the door or using a crowbar to effectuate entry (both of which would constitute an “entry”) under California law.

When you retain Wallin & Klarich to defend you from burglary charges, we can argue for a dismissal of the charges based upon many legal theories including the following:

1) That you lacked the intent to commit a burglary.
2) That you did not physically enter the premises (i.e. did not “cross the plane” of the premises with any body part)
3) That you did not use an instrumentality (such as a crowbar) to enter the premises
4) That there is no evidence generally to support the burglary allegations against you.

To ensure that you have the best possible chance of prevailing against the state when you’re being charged with burglary, you need the legal expertise of an aggressive and skilled criminal defense attorney. At Wallin & Klarich, our attorneys have zealously represented our clients facing burglary charges for over 30 years and can help you achieve the best possible outcome in your matter. Call us today at 1-888-749-0034 or visit us online at www.wklaw.com. We will be there for you when you call.

On May 21, 2010 Wallin and Klarich filed a formal bail motion on behalf of our client who is facing 11 felony counts of burglary and receiving stolen property. The District Attorneys office had demanded $750,000 bail and the initial judge set the bail at $750,000.

However, Wallin and Klarich refused to accept this decision.

All defendants are entitled by law to a bail review hearing within five days of when their bail is initially set. Very few criminal defense attorneys will fight for their clients and demand such a bail review hearing. Wallin and Klarich demanded a bail review hearing for our client. We filed a lengthy written bail motion explaining to the judge why the bail was much too high. We attached several letters of support from our clients family and friends. We had 15 support witnesses come to court today on behalf of the accused. We had each support person stand up and we told the court how long they had lived in our county and what they did for a living.

Finally, we argued to the judge that our client had lived in this county for his entire life and had no history of any violent offenses. We argued he had a good job for many years. Over the prosecutors strong objection the judge agreed and lowered our clients bail to $100,000.

To say the least our client and his family and friends are very happy. Instead of him sitting in jail for many months as we battle his case he will free to return to work and support his family while we fight for him. When our law firm is able to accomplish this for our clients we are so happy. This is the type of criminal defense law firm you need. A law firm that will fight for you or your loved ones freedom.

If you or a loved one has been arrested, it is critical that you speak with an experienced attorney immediately. Call us today at (888) 749-0034 to speak with our attorneys. We will be there when you call.

It was recently reported that a beauty supply store in Lake Forest was burglarized by a man in a ski mask. The man is alleged to have been carrying a handgun. The man ordered an employee to lead him to the safe and the employee gave him an undisclosed amount of money. The man escaped through the back of the business. The case is currently being investigated.

It is important to differentiate burglary cases from robbery cases. Cases of robbery occur when someone takes something from someone’s person with force or threat of force. Since the taking was from a structure (beauty store), the crime in this particular case is burglary. Even though the man had someone lead him to the safe, it is still burglary (not armed robbery) because nothing was taken from the employee’s body or immediate possession.

Under California Penal Code Section 459, burglary is committed when a person enters a building with the intent to commit a felony. Commercial burglary (also known as second degree burglary) is a crime that takes place in a business rather than a residence and is considered to be a “wobbler.” This means the prosecution has the discretion to either charge the crime as a misdemeanor or a felony. A misdemeanor conviction is punishable by imprisonment for up to one year in county jail and up to a fine of one $1,000. A felony conviction is punishable by imprisonment for up to three years in state prison. It is important to speak to an attorney to help get you the best possible disposition in your case.

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Recently, a California appellate court has concluded that even if you have a signed lease to enter your apartment, that may not constitute a complete defense to burglary when there is sufficient evidence to conclude that the defendant did not have “an unconditional possessory interest” in the apartment rented with another person at the time of commission of burglary.(People v. Ulloa (Cal. App. 4 Dist., Dec. 21, 2009, No. E045880) 2009 WL 4895082.)

In Ulloa, the defendant was convicted of first degree residential burglary, receiving stolen property, and misdemeanor vandalism as a result of breaking into an apartment leased together with his then-wife, and taking her purse and $900 from her wallet following a domestic violence confrontation. On appeal, the defendant contended that he could not possibly commit burglary as a matter of law because he was a cotenant in the apartment where the alleged burglary occurred.

The appellate court has disagreed. Although both the defendant and the victim jointly signed an apartment lease, and the lease was in full force and effect at the time of the charged crimes occurred, the defendant did not own the property, and his possessory interest was not “unconditional” due to abandoning his unconditional possessory interest in the apartment by moving out.

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A man was recently arrested on suspicion of committing several burglary offenses. He is suspected of being the “Back Room Bandit” who is believed to have burglarized at least 19 different businesses since September in San Diego County. San Diego News 10 reported on Jones’ arrest in San Ysidro. No one was hurt in any of the alleged crimes of the “Back Room Bandit” (as he has been called). This “Bandit” would order employees of the businesses to the back room of the stores and demand cash using a gun. The man will be arraigned in early November and will be facing multiple charges including second degree burglary.

Second degree burglary is more commonly called Commercial Burglary. Second degree burglary does not take place in a residence but rather at a business. The charge can either be filed as a misdemeanor or felony depending upon the value of the items taken. Generally if the item is worth less than $400.00, the crime is a misdemeanor. If it is worth over $400.00, the charge is a felony. Each of these charges can result in jail time so it is important to contact an experienced San Diego criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.

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A recent article details the burglary spree that victimized homes of young Hollywood stars Audrina Patridge, Lindsay Lohan, Orlando Bloom, Rachel Bilson and the Hilton family. The ringleader behind these thefts, according to a confession by one of the robbers, was a 19 year old Las Vegas woman whose desire to own the designer clothes and jewelry of such celebrities as Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton motivated her to spearhead the thefts.

The suspect who turned informant gave authorities the details they were looking for in the burglaries. He detailed how the 19 year old woman would suggest a celebrity name and how he would go to the internet to research the star and find their home. After watching a house, they would break into poorly protected properties, often by simply walking through unlocked doors. The burglars made off with cash, narcotics and thousands of dollars worth of jewelry, including family heirlooms.

In addition to the ringleader and suspect turned informant, four others have been arrested in connection with the thefts. The four others, most between the ages of 18 and 20, have been charged with felony burglary.

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Two people were arrested outside a Temecula, CA church on Sunday, October 4, 2009, on suspicion of vehicle theft and other charges according to authorities. An officer was patrolling the area of Hope Lutheran Church in Temecula because there had been several recent reports of burglaries in church parking lots in the area during worship services.

At about 9:00am an officer spotted a vehicle matching the description of the vehicle used in recent parking lot burglaries and the officer quickly discovered that the vehicle had been reported stolen.

The driver and his passenger were both found to be on probation for theft related crimes and the car their vehicle was found to contain numerous suspected stolen items including several purses, cell phones, digital cameras, gift cards, iPods, jewelry, a laptop computer and a GPS device. They also found burglary tools.

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San Bernardino, CA has an estimated population of 205,010 as of 2006, making it the 18th largest city in California (based on population). San Bernardino is part of the “Inland Empire” and measures 78.5 square miles in size. The city is roughly 60 miles east of Los Angeles, and is located at the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains. There are 56,330 household in the city of San Bernardino. Consequently, 48.6% of the population lives below the poverty line. Desperation in times of economic woe can often lead to brazen acts of theft and burglary in San Bernardino which the rights of those accused deserve to be defended by a skilled criminal defense attorney.

San Bernardino’s crime rates are higher than the national average in all major categories, including both violent and property crimes. The city’s burglary rate is 1.53 times the national average, and its theft rate is 1.11 times the national average (car theft is a whopping 2.85 times the national average). With so much crime present in the city, there is a definite need for experienced San Bernardino theft defense lawyers. At Wallin & Klarich, we understand that false accusations, improper arrest procedure, and other matters can lead to an innocent person being branded guilty if they don’t receive quality legal counsel and representation.

At Wallin & Klarich, you can trust that knowledgeable and aggressive lawyers are prepared to examine every detail of your theft or burglary case. Our skilled San Bernardino burglary defense attorneys offer a free consultation of your case, and will fight to ensure that your rights are upheld in a court of law. Please contact us today at 888-749-7428 and we will do everything we can to help clear your name. With over 30 years of criminal defense experience in California, you can trust our firm.

Huntington Beach, California is a coastal city located in Orange County. With a total area of 31.6 square miles, Huntington Beach, or “Surf City” as it’s popularly referred to as, houses a population just shy of 190,000 (as of the 2000 United States census). Known for its beautiful beaches and preserved wetlands, Huntington Beach plays host to countless beach-goers and tourists each year. In addition, numerous surfing outfits hold their events in Huntington Beach each year. Like any major city that is home to many and draws multiple visitors throughout the year, Huntington Beach has cases of theft and burglary in which the rights of the accused deserve to be defended.

Although crime rates in Huntington Beach are generally half those of the national average, the experienced Huntington Beach burglary defense lawyers at Wallin & Klarich have successfully provided legal counsel and representation to many clients. While violent crimes are not common in the city, property crimes are more prevalent (though still merely 48% of the national average). Property crime is often a problem in areas visited by tourists, and Huntington Beach is no exception. For this reason, it is important to have skilled criminal defense attorneys in the area that can sort through the evidence and help prevent the innocent from experiencing unwarranted punishment for crimes that they didn’t commit in the first place.

Wallin & Klarich has more than 30 years of experience as criminal defense attorneys in California. Our skilled Huntington Beach theft defense attorneys can help assist you with every aspect of your case, and will ensure that your rights are upheld in every possible way. Please contact us today for a confidential evaluation of your case, and place yourself on the road to restoring your good name. Contact us today and visit our website at www.wklaw.com.

Glendale, California is part of Los Angles County and located at the eastern end of the San Fernando Valley. Glendale has a population of 207,303 as of January 1, 2009, and is the third largest city in Los Angeles County. The city spans 30.7 square miles and it is estimated that Glendale has a population density of 6,770.6 people per square mile. As with any major city, Glendale has its fair share of theft and burglary crimes in which those accused deserve to have a fair trial and quality legal representation from an experienced Glendale theft defense lawyer who will ensure that constitutional rights were not violated during arrest or investigation proceedings.

Though incidents of theft and burglary in Glendale have consistently decreased over the years, with instances of property crime, for example, dropping nearly 15% (dropping from 1,719 to 1,470 acts of reported property crime in a one year period), there is still a definite need for criminal defense attorneys in the Glendale area. At Wallin & Klarich, we understand that mishaps occur and that guilt is not always attributed to the right person. Our attorneys are dedicated to defending the rights of those accused of Glendale theft and burglary under the law and will use our skills and resources to help you with your case.

Wrongful accusation can devastate a young life, and the attorneys at Wallin & Klarich understand this. Our skilled Glendale burglary defense attorneys have years of experience defending those accused or criminal offenses, especially property crime. Please call our knowledgeable lawyers for a consultation, and let us help you get your life back on track. Contact us 24/7 at 888-280-6839.

Chula Vista, California is located in southern San Diego County. The city is the second largest in San Diego County according to population, and the 14th largest statewide in California (also in terms of population numbers). Chula Vista is 51.2 square miles in size, and houses a population of about 217,478 residents. Since the year 2000, Chula Vista’s population has grown by over 20%.

Chula Vista’s economy is very much tied to that of the rest of the San Diego area, which draws a huge amount of tourism. With such large numbers of people visiting and passing through the area, in addition to those who call Chula Vista home, there is an increased chance in the number of theft and burglary crimes that will be committed.

At Wallin & Klarich, our skilled Chula Vista theft defense attorneys won’t let confusion and false accusation lead to an innocent person being punished for a crime they didn’t commit. Though the crime rate in Chula Vista is below the national average (316.5 occurrences of crime per 100,000 residents vs. the national average of 320.9 per 100,000 persons), there is still a definite need for criminal defense attorneys in Chula Vista.

Our criminal defense attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have years of experience defending those accused of burglary and theft crimes in the Chula Vista area, and are prepared to handle every aspect of your case. Our aggressive Chula Vista burglary defense lawyers will examine the circumstances of your arrest, and will help prove that you are innocent. Please call us today for a case evaluation at 888-280-6839 or visit www.wklaw.com for more information.