Trespass




Law · Tort

Trespass

Unauthorised entry onto another’s land. Also applies to goods (trespass to chattels) and person.

Type: noun Branch: Tort Level: Intermediate Jurisdiction: Global
Pronunciation: 🇺🇸 US/ˈtrɛspəs/ 🇬🇧 UK/ˈtrɛspəs/

Definition

Unauthorised entry onto another’s land. Also applies to goods (trespass to chattels) and person.

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