Trespass And Found On Property

Question 1

What are the elements of trespass after warned to leave?

Answer 1

Trespasses
On any place
After being warned to leave that place by the occupier
Neglects of refuses to do so

Question 2

What are the elements of trespass after previous warnings?

Answer 2

-Being a person who has been warned under section 4 to stay off any place
- Willfully trespasses on that place
- Within two years.

Question 3

What could a possible defense be for trespassing?

Answer 3

Own protection - running to hide
Protection if somebody else- running into a burning house to save
Emergency involving own house - running to house to call fire brigade.

Question 4

What info can be demanded by police/occupier wanting to issue a trespass notice?

Answer 4

• Name and address
• If in possession of firearm, give their firearms licence number.