It’s the same in California. Burglary is defined as “entering (dwelling, business, auto, etc.) with the intent to steal.” Reaching in to steal the IPOD is entering.
A lot of comments are using terms like “entrapment” and “petty theft” without having had the benefit of study.
I thought so, but I wasn’t going to challenge him on it. Thanks.
In California if someone reaches in an unlocked vehicle and steals something it is not a vehicle burglary, despite the fact than "entry" was made. If the property is over 400 dollars value it is a grand theft. Below that amount it is a petty theft. If all the doors are locked and the windows are rolled up and entry is made with force, it is a vehicle burglary regardless of what is taken.