Trespass Act

RSBC 1996, Chapter 462

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This Act provides for penalties for persons trespassing on enclosed land. The Act defines "enclosed land" and "lawful fence" and places the onus on the owner of the land to ensure fencing is in place and legible and visible signs are posted to prohibit trespassing on the owner's land.

Act: Trespass Act, RSBC 1996, Chapter 462

Regulation:

Trespass Regulation (B.C. Reg. 85/62)

Ministry: Attorney General

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