Statutory Burglary Virginia

In a prosecution for statutory burglary under Code 18.2-91, proof that the accused unlawfully entered another's dwelling supports an inference that the entry was made for an unlawful purpose. See Black v. Commonwealth, 222 Va. 838, 840, 284 S.E.2d 608, 609 (1981). Intent may be shown by the circumstances, including a person's conduct and statements. See Nobles v. Commonwealth, 218 Va. 548, 551, 238 S.E.2d 808, 810 (1977); Hancock v. Commonwealth, 12 Va. App. 774, 782, 407 S.E.2d 301, 306 (1991). "The reasonable inferences to be drawn from proven facts are within the province of the trier of fact." Fleming v. Commonwealth, 13 Va. App. 349, 353, 412 S.E.2d 180, 183 (1991). "The fact finder may infer that a person intends the immediate, direct, and necessary consequences of his voluntary acts." See Bell v. Commonwealth, 11 Va. App. 530, 533, 399 S.E.2d 450, 452 (1991). The specific intent with which the unlawful entry is made may be inferred from the surrounding facts and circumstances. See Scott v. Commonwealth, 228 Va. 519, 524, 323 S.E.2d 572, 575 (1984).