The bill amends Wyoming's criminal trespass laws by introducing new provisions that allow property owners or legal occupants to use reasonable physical force against individuals committing trespass on their land or premises. Specifically, it states that these individuals, or their agents, are justified in using such force to the extent necessary to terminate what they reasonably believe to be a criminal trespass. This addition aims to clarify the rights of property owners in protecting their property from unauthorized entry.

Furthermore, the bill includes a provision that clarifies that the new justification for using physical force does not alter existing legal responsibilities related to self-defense or the defense of others. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2023.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 6-3-303