THEFT & PROPERTY LAW — CALIFORNIA
Trespassing Laws in California — PC §602
Trespassing under PC §602 covers entering or remaining on another person's property without permission. Most trespassing is a misdemeanor but aggravated forms can be charged as felonies. Numerous specific subsections cover different types of trespass.
Reviewed by Daniel S. Rubin, CA Bar 302093 · Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
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Trespassing California — At a Glance
- Law / Code
- PC §602
- Classification
- Infraction / Misdemeanor / Felony
- Maximum Penalty
- $75 fine (infraction) / up to 6 months jail (misdemeanor) / felony in aggravated cases
- Probation Eligible
- Yes for misdemeanor
- Strike Offense
- No
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