California Penal Code Section 466
Criminal Criminal Felony Criminal Misdemeanor
Summary: Possession of Burglary Tools is when someone knowingly owns tools that could help in a burglary, and they bought or acquired these tools for this very purpose. Examples include pick locks, master keys, slim jims and the likes.
Definition
Possession of Burglary Tools under California Penal Code Section 466, is a criminal offence and it is normally filed as a misdemeanor. Possession of Burglary Tools is when someone knowingly owns tools that could help in a burglary, and they bought or acquired these tools for this very purpose. Examples include pick locks, master keys, slim jims and the likes.
Elements of the Crime
In order to take an Possession of Burglary Tools CPC 466 case to trial, certain elements of the crime will have to be proven. This includes:
· That the defendant deliberately held tools for burglary (15 are outlined in this code)
· That the defendant’s purpose for owning these tools was to carry out a burglary
Punishments for CPC 466
These penalties are to be determined by a judge and he/she will make a decision based on the circumstances surrounding the case.
When found guilty of Possession of Burglary Tools, it is usually filed as either a misdemeanor or felony, which includes:
Misdemeanor charges for Possession of Burglary Tools include up to six months in jail, up to six thousand dollars in fines, and a summary of three years.
Legal Defenses for California Penal Code 466
A good lawyer can present many legal and valid defenses for Possession of Burglary Tools charges under California Penal Code 466 to prove someone’s innocence. MacGregor and Collins is based in Orange County, California, and has successfully defended those who were falsely accused of Possession of Burglary Tools. Call (949) 250-6097 to speak to a lawyer, should you be on trial for Possession of Burglary Tools.
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