California · Penal Code

PEN §555: It is unlawful to enter or remain upon any posted property without the written permission of the owner, tenant, or occupant in legal possession or control thereof.

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

It is unlawful to enter or remain on posted property without written permission from the owner or occupant. Each day of violation constitutes a separate offense.

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It is unlawful to enter or remain upon any posted property without the written permission of the owner, tenant, or occupant in legal possession or control thereof. Every person who enters or remains upon posted property without such written permission is guilty of a separate offense for each day during any portion of which he enters or remains upon such posted property.

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