Kentucky Statutes 511.070 – Criminal trespass in the second degree
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(1) A person is guilty of criminal trespass in the second degree when he or she knowingly enters or remains unlawfully in a building or upon premises as to which notice against trespass is given by fencing or other enclosure.
(2) Criminal trespass in the second degree is a Class B misdemeanor, unless the offense occurs during a declared emergency as defined by KRS § 39A.020 arising from a natural or man-made disaster, within the area covered by the emergency declaration, and within the area impacted by the disaster, in which case it is a Class A misdemeanor.
For details, see § 532.090
Effective: July 14, 2022
History: Amended 2022 Ky. Acts ch. 151, sec. 7, effective July 14, 2022. — Created
1974 Ky. Acts ch. 406, sec. 102, effective January 1, 1975.
(2) Criminal trespass in the second degree is a Class B misdemeanor, unless the offense occurs during a declared emergency as defined by KRS § 39A.020 arising from a natural or man-made disaster, within the area covered by the emergency declaration, and within the area impacted by the disaster, in which case it is a Class A misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the Kentucky Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 12 months | up to $500 |
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 90 days | up to $250 |
Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 511.070
- Premises: includes the term "building" as defined herein and any real property. See Kentucky Statutes 511.010
Effective: July 14, 2022
History: Amended 2022 Ky. Acts ch. 151, sec. 7, effective July 14, 2022. — Created
1974 Ky. Acts ch. 406, sec. 102, effective January 1, 1975.