To "break and enter" means to physically break into a
home or building or enter through a door, window, or gate
that's not open, but unlocked. However, people believe this
criminal offence always involves physical force. But what is the
meaning of the offence under the law?
The Crimes Act 1900 deals with
laws relating to the offence of break and enter. This article
discusses its definition and penalties, among other things.
The Break and Enter Offence Under Australian Criminal
Law
Break and enter is a serious offence as parties who break and
enter also generally commit or intend to commit serious offences
once inside the dwelling. The most common type of break and enter
offence in New South Wales is the offence of "break
and enter and committing a serious indictable
offence" and "break and enter with
intent to commit a serious indictable offence"
under Sections 112 and 113 of the Crimes Act 1900.
