The proposed legislation, General Assembly Raised Bill No. 6851, aims to amend the existing law regarding criminal trespass by introducing specific provisions related to property boundaries. The bill replaces Section 53a-109 of the general statutes, allowing property owners to post their premises as a warning to potential trespassers by painting the borders of their property purple. This new legal language specifies that a person can be charged with criminal trespass in the third degree if they enter or remain on premises that are either posted in a manner likely to be noticed by intruders, fenced, or painted purple, indicating a clear boundary.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the penalties associated with criminal trespass. It maintains that criminal trespass in the third degree is classified as a class C misdemeanor, but it escalates to a class B misdemeanor for individuals found guilty of trespassing for hunting, trapping, or fishing purposes. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and aims to enhance property rights and deter unauthorized entry onto private lands.

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PS Joint Favorable:
File No. 453:
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