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Tenn. Code § 39-14-405: Tenn. Code Ann. § 39-14-405
What this law says, in plain English
Criminal trespass occurs when a person enters or remains on another's property without consent. Defenses exist if the person reasonably believed consent was given, caused no substantial interference, and left upon request—unless the owner posted visible signs or purple paint marks.
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