Trespass
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-004979
An unlawful intrusion or invasion of another's property or rights without permission. This can involve entering land without consent (trespass to land) or interfering with another's personal property (trespass to chattels). It is a tort that can lead to civil liability for damages, even if no actual harm occurred.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-004979 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
Record as JSON
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