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The crime of criminal trespass to property is a serious offense, which can result in an extensive jail sentence and costly fines.
An individual commits criminal trespass to property by doing the following:
- Knowingly enter or remain within or on a building without permission
- Enter upon another party's land after receiving notice of forbiddance from owner, lessee, or other occupant
- Remain upon the another party's land after receiving prior notice from the owner or occupant to leave
- Possess and present false documents or falsely represents identity orally to building or land owner or occupant in order to gain permission to enter or remain on the premises
- Purposefully removes a foreclosure notice prior to the date and time detailed in the notice
- Enters land that is used or capable of being used for an agricultural purpose, including growing crops, having an orchard, containing livestock, and with a motor vehicle, after receiving prior notice from the owner or occupant to leave
If you have been arrested and charged for this offense, there is a still hope that you can fight to get the charge dismissed or the case entirely dismissed with the help of an experienced and skilled lawyer. At Wierenga | Chiapelli, we can thoroughly investigate your case and gather critical evidence necessary to build a relentless and unique case strategy for you.
Penalties for Criminal Trespass to Property
This crime is considered a Class B misdemeanor, which is punishable by a jail sentence of up to six months and a maximum fine of $1,500. However, it can be a Class A misdemeanor for those who enter or remain on agricultural property with a motor vehicle. A Class A misdemeanor is punishable by a jail sentence of one year and a fine of up to $2,500.
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