Burglary Bonds BAIL BONDS
Dallas County, Texas
Burglary charges in Dallas County range from Class A misdemeanors for vehicle break-ins to first-degree felonies for entering a habitation with intent to commit a non-theft felony — and Act Quick Bail Bonds posts every level at Lew Sterrett Justice Center 24 hours a day. We handle stacked cases when burglary combines with theft, criminal mischief, evading arrest, or weapons charges, posting all bonds in a single visit so your loved one isn’t held longer than necessary. Call (214) 744-1414 — our licensed agents answer around the clock.
Burglary Bonds in Dallas County
- Statute
- Texas Penal Code §30.02
- Classification
- Range: state jail felony through 1st-Degree Felony
- Statutory Penalty
- Burglary of a building (commercial property): state jail felony (180 days–2 years). Burglary of a habitation: 2nd-Degree Felony (2–20 years). Burglary of a habitation with intent to commit a felony other than felony theft: 1st-Degree Felony (5–99 years or life).
- Escalation / Notes
- Burglary of a vehicle is charged separately under §30.04 — Class A Misdemeanor first offense, state jail felony with two prior convictions.
Burglary in Texas is defined under Penal Code Section 30.02 as entering a habitation, building, or vehicle with the intent to commit a felony, theft, or assault. Dallas County prosecutors treat burglary charges seriously, and the severity depends on the type of structure involved. Burglary of a habitation — entering someone's home — is a second-degree felony carrying 2 to 20 years in prison, and is elevated to a first-degree felony if the intent was to commit a felony other than theft. Burglary of a building (commercial properties, storage units, businesses) is a state jail felony with 180 days to 2 years in a state jail facility. Burglary of a vehicle is a Class A misdemeanor for first offenses but can be enhanced to a state jail felony with prior convictions. Bond amounts in Dallas County vary widely based on the degree of charge, criminal history, and whether the offense involved a habitation. Act Quick Bail Bonds posts burglary bonds at Lew Sterrett Justice Center 24 hours a day and can guide families through the bond conditions typically associated with these charges.
How Burglary Bonds Bonds Work
Arrest & Booking
After an arrest on burglary bonds charges in Dallas County, the defendant is transported to Lew Sterrett Justice Center for booking. Personal information, fingerprints, and photographs are recorded before the magistration process.
Magistration
A Dallas County magistrate reviews the burglary bonds charge and sets a bond amount based on the severity of the offense, criminal history, and flight risk. Bond schedules for burglary bonds cases vary depending on specific circumstances of the arrest.
Bond Posted
Once the bond amount is set, a licensed bail bond agent files the necessary paperwork with Dallas County. Act Quick Bail Bonds handles all documentation and coordination with the jail to expedite the release process.
Release
After the bond is posted and processed, the defendant is released from custody. Release timelines vary based on current facility conditions and volume.
Initial Check-In — Required
Within 24 to 72 hours of release, the defendant must report to our office for a mandatory initial check-in. We review all court dates, bond conditions, and reporting requirements. Failure to complete this check-in results in bond forfeiture and a new warrant for the defendant's arrest.