Differences Between Burglary and Home Invasion
                     Differences Between Burglary and Home Invasion
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Home invasion and burglary in some states are considered the same and in some 
states they are different, but both the activities are illegal and there is a notable 
difference between them. Read the article to know the difference between home 
invasion and burglary and some know tips to get protect yourself from them.
Burglary
Burglary is a crime or illegal activity done by entering into the home without the 
permission of the owner for the purpose of theft. It is also defined as breaking and 
entering the house at the night time with the intent on committing crime. For 
example, a person who enters in to a pharmacy for stealing prescription can be 
convicted as burglar.
Here breaking can be done by forcing to open a door by fraud or threat. Breaking 
may not be any thing in terms of physical damage. Whereas, entering involves 
physical entry of a person to theft of property. There is a common law for burglary 
and in order to satisfy the law burglary should involve both breaking and entering.
Home invasion
In some states, home invasion is an un-authorized or, forceful entry in to a house 
with an intent to commit a crime against the occupants such as murder, kidnap, 
robbery, etc. It is different from burglary. Home invasion is governed by the state 
laws and it varies from state to state.
Punishments for both of them vary from state to state. The punishment for burglary 
is more than one year in prison along with fine, whereas home invasion has more 
punishment and for armed home invasion some states impose terms of life.
Tips to protect yourself and your family from burglary and home invasion
It is better to take precautions before the crime takes place. Analyze what may 
happen at first, be cautious of the changes and be prepared for the situation.
Know your neighborhood and build relationship with them. Take their help when 
necessary.
Check how much security is necessary for your home.
Shield your home with strong home interior, exterior, windows, doors, etc.
If possible use all your skills against the criminal. Also use weapons near by you to 
counterattack in serious situations.
Let your neighbor know when you are out of the home and ask them to watch the 
surroundings if possible.
This is the difference between home invasion and burglary and the precautions 
that you need to take when you face them.
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