Definitions
1.NounThe crime of unlawfully breaking into a vehicle, house, store, or other enclosure with the intent to steal.
Under the common law, breaking and entering of the dwelling of another at night with the intent to commit a felony.
Under the Model Penal Code, entering a building or occupied structure with purpose to commit a crime therein, unless the premises are at the time open to the public or the actor is licensed or privileged to enter.
2.NounUnder the common law, breaking and entering of the dwelling of another at night with the intent to commit a felony.
3.NounUnder the Model Penal Code, entering a building or occupied structure with purpose to commit a crime therein, unless the premises are at the time open to the public or the actor is licensed or privileged to enter.