Criminal Trespass - Tennessee
Tennessee criminal defense attorneys know the impact a conviction for criminal trespass can have on your life and your family. That is why it is important to hire an experienced Tennessee criminal defense lawyer. At Baker Associates, our criminal defense attorneys have successfully represented individuals charged with criminal trespass and other serious offenses.
In Tennessee, a person commits the offense of criminal trespass when he/she unlawfully enters or remains on the property of another. Some ways that one can know if effective consent has been denied can be inferred from: 1) personal communication from the owner; 2) fencing or an enclosure around the property; or 3) posting the property (conspicuously visible signs).
Criminal trespass is a Class C misdemeanor and punishable by fine or a sentence of up to 30 days in jail. Criminal trespass can affect your job attendance, your wages, and time with your family.
If you or a family member has been charged with criminal trespass in East Tennessee, it is important to hire and experienced Tennessee criminal defense lawyer who can find the best resolution for you. Contact Baker Associates today for you free initial consultation.