People often associate the crime of burglary with theft, however under California Penal Code Section 459 PC, burglary can involve entering a building, home or vehicle with the intent to commit any felony. … When he or she entered into the building, room or vehicle, he or she intended to commit theft or a felony.

What is a 459 code?

Penal Code 459 – Burglary. Penal Code 459 PC defines the California crime of burglary as entering any commercial structure, residential structure or locked vehicle with the intent to commit grand theft, petty theft or any felony offense once inside.

Is PC 459 a strike?

Residential burglary is always charged as a felony under California penal code 459 PC. … Under the 3 strikes law in California, a conviction of residential burglary will result in a strike.