18.2-91 — Burglary / Breaking & Entering
Court outcome data from 5,728 cases across 49 jurisdictions · 2023–2024
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According to 5,728 public court records from 2023–2024, cases related to 18.2-91 — Burglary / Breaking & Entering across 49 Virginia jurisdictions have an average dismissal rate of 60.2% and an average conviction rate of 38.4%.
About This Statute
Section 18.2-91 addresses entering a dwelling or structure with intent to commit a crime in Virginia. Statutory burglary (breaking and entering a dwelling at night) is a Class 3 felony carrying 5 to 20 years. Daytime breaking and entering is a Class 6 felony. For the current statutory text, penalties, and legal elements, consult the Virginia Legislative Information System or a licensed Virginia attorney.
Court Outcome Statistics
Our analysis of cases categorized under this statute area across Virginia courts (2023–2024) shows:
Top Jurisdictions
Courts with the most cases related to this statute.
| Jurisdiction | Cases | Dismissal Rate | Conviction Rate | Median Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfax County | 712 | 97.0% | 3.0% | 6.2 months |
| Chesapeake | 374 | 43.7% | 56.3% | 5.4 months |
| Chesterfield County | 346 | 45.7% | 52.3% | 5.4 months |
| Prince William County | 304 | 68.3% | 30.5% | 5.3 months |
| Richmond City | 304 | 47.3% | 50.5% | 6.3 months |
| Virginia Beach | 272 | 28.0% | 70.5% | 4.7 months |
| Newport News | 238 | 57.4% | 31.3% | 7.2 months |
| Roanoke City | 226 | 41.4% | 58.6% | 3.1 months |
| Suffolk | 221 | 53.8% | 46.2% | 5.9 months |
| Roanoke County | 205 | 44.6% | 51.8% | 6.3 months |
| Henrico County | 197 | 79.3% | 20.7% | 3.1 months |
| Danville | 190 | 56.8% | 43.2% | 3.2 months |
| Arlington County | 168 | 88.5% | 11.5% | 2.7 months |
| Norfolk | 153 | 54.7% | 45.3% | 4.0 months |
| Tazewell County | 128 | 60.5% | 36.8% | 5.7 months |
Source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024 — VirginiaCourtFile.com
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