Senate Bill 235 aims to address criminal trespass at campgrounds in Wisconsin by establishing new regulations and penalties. The bill prohibits individuals from entering or remaining at a campground without the consent of the campground operator. If a campground operator requests a person to leave the premises, failure to comply will result in the individual being guilty of a misdemeanor, with potential penalties including a fine of up to $100 or imprisonment for up to 30 days. Additionally, law enforcement officers are mandated to arrest individuals who do not depart after receiving such a request.

The bill also clarifies that landlord-tenant laws do not apply to occupants or guests at campgrounds, ensuring that specific rights related to manufactured and mobile home communities or campground contracts remain unaffected. Notably, the bill amends existing law by inserting a reference to the new criminal trespass statute (943.147) in the section that outlines mandatory arrest conditions for law enforcement officers. This legislative change is intended to enhance the enforcement of campground regulations and protect the rights of campground operators.

Statutes affected:
Text as Enrolled: 943.13(2)(am)(intro.), 943.13
Bill Text: 968.07(1m), 968.07