Kingwood Burglary Lawyer

Kingwood Burglary Attorney

Accusations of burglary can negatively impact your personal and professional life. You could face scrutiny by your employer, family, and friends. Fighting these accusations can be overwhelming and time-consuming. You need a Kingwood burglary lawyer who can help guide you through this process and protect your rights and interests.

Hire a Burglary Lawyer

When you hire a burglary lawyer from Greco Neyland, PC, you gain an advocate with experience and training in the methods used by prosecutors in Kingwood. Our team works closely with each of our clients so we can thoroughly understand your case, and you are informed throughout each step of the process.

Burglary Rates in Harris and Montgomery Counties

Kingwood spans between Harris and Montgomery Counties, which makes it more difficult to demonstrate burglary rates within Kingwood specifically. Burglary rates can be viewed at the county level through the Texas Uniform Crime Reporting Program. This program examines burglary rates by county and how they have changed from 2024 to 2025.

In Montgomery County, the number of burglary offenses in 2024 was 1,189, and 1,072 in 2025. The difference is a 9.84% decrease in the number of burglary offenses. In Harris County, the number of burglary offenses in 2024 was 22,953, and in 2025, there were 19,409 burglary offenses. The difference is a 15.44% decrease in the number of burglary offenses.

If you are a Kingwood resident facing burglary charges, your case could be handled by either Harris or Montgomery County, depending on the circumstances of the case. Misdemeanor charges are handled by the Criminal Courts of Law in the county where they occurred. For felony charges, cases are heard in the Superior Courts at the Harris County Criminal Justice Center in Houston.

Kingwood Burglary Laws Explained

Under the Texas Penal Code Section 30.02, a person with the intent to commit a felony, theft, or assault commits burglary when they enter any portion of a building or habitation not open to the public and without the owner’s permission. Burglary offenses could be charged as a felony or misdemeanor depending on the specific circumstances, including:

• State jail felony: Burglaries committed in a building that is not considered a habitation.
• Felony of the first degree: Burglaries committed where the building is a habitation and with the intent to commit a felony other than felony theft.
• Felony of the second degree: Burglaries committed in a building that is considered a habitation.
• Felony of the third degree: Burglaries committed in a commercial building where controlled substances are stored, or when a burglary is committed with the intent to steal a controlled substance.

There are also specific forms of burglary depending on the premises where the burglary occurs. For instance:

• Burglary of coin-operated or coin collection machines: A person can be charged with this offense if they enter a coin-operated machine without the owner’s consent. Regardless of where the machine is located, this action is considered a burglary and is treated as a Class A misdemeanor.
• Burglary of vehicles: If a person enters a vehicle without the owner’s consent for the purpose of committing a felony or theft, they can be charged with burglary of a vehicle. Generally, burglary of a vehicle is treated as a Class A misdemeanor except when the accused has a previous conviction, in which case the charge is treated as a state jail felony. The charge is treated as a felony of the third degree if the vehicle is a distributor of prescription drugs.

FAQs About Kingwood, TX Burglary Laws

What Are the Three Types of Burglary in Texas?

Texas recognizes three specific types of burglary depending on the target of the illegal entry. Burglary of a habitation involves entering a home or place where overnight accommodations are provided. Burglary of a building involves entering or remaining inside a non-residential building without consent. Burglary of a vehicle involves entering a vehicle with the intent to steal property or commit a felony.

What Are Burglars Most Likely to Steal?

Burglars are most likely to steal small items of high value that can be easily removed from a residence and quickly sold or pawned. Items most often taken during a burglary include cash, jewelry, firearms, small electronics, prescription drugs, and personal identification documents. Items that have not been locked away make easy targets for burglars, so keeping valuables in a secure location minimizes the risk of those items being stolen.

What Is the Difference Between Burglary and Theft?

There are several differences between burglary and theft. Burglary involves the illegal entry into a premise with the intent to commit a felony, theft, or assault. A theft involves the illegal possession of someone else’s property with the intention of depriving the owner of said property. Burglary is handled as a felony charge in Texas, while thefts are most often treated as misdemeanors.

Can I Be Charged With Burglary and Criminal Trespass in Texas?

Yes, you can be charged with both burglary and criminal trespass in Texas. Criminal trespass involves entering or remaining on someone’s property after they have asked you to leave. If you commit a felony, theft, or assault after being asked to leave, you can be charged with both offenses. If the intent to commit a felony, theft, or assault cannot be established by the prosecution, they may lower a burglary charge to a criminal trespass charge.

Can I Still Be Charged With Burglary in Kingwood if I Didn’t Take Anything?

Yes, you can still be charged with burglary in Kingwood even if you do not take anything from the building or residence where you did not have permission to be. One of the defining features of the Texas burglary statute is that you only have to have the intent to commit a felony, theft, or assault for the offense to be considered a burglary. Partial entry by a body part or object held by the person is also considered burglary.

Contact Greco Neyland, PC Today

As former prosecutors, we understand how prosecutors build cases and pressure defendants to take plea agreements when their evidence is lacking. We aren’t afraid to work tirelessly to safeguard your rights and take any case to trial if necessary. You don’t have to face burglary charges without the help of quality legal representation. Contact Greco Neyland, PC, today to schedule your confidential consultation.