What is meant by trespass to land?
- Trespass to land is an example of an intentional tort. It occurs when a person interferes with property that is in possession of another person and without that person’s consent. For example:
- throwing rubbish on another person’s property;
- placing graffiti on buildings or structures;
- parking on private property; or
- refusing to leave another person’s house or land when asked to do so.
Read some more FAQS from our Negligence & Torts section