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ARTICLE · 21 APRIL 2025

Trespassing in NSW: Protect Your Property Today

A person commits trespassing if they enter an owner's property without permission or a lawful excuse.

AustraliaCriminal Law

Trespassing in NSW is a crime just like in any other Australian state or country. A person commits trespassing if they enter an owner's property without permission or a lawful excuse. In New South Wales, this is a criminal offence and is considered a breach of the legal and moral rights of an individual. Indeed, it's a nuisance.

Here are some signs that trespassers may have been around your property:

  • Muddy footprints
  • Broken bottles and trash along your property as if a group had partied on your property
  • Stolen property like lawn equipment, decorations, or plants
  • Unruly people who want to cause commotion on your property

All of these sound stressful and annoying, especially if you take good care of your property. Thankfully, these trespassers won't get away scot-free from the law. The state of New South Wales has specific laws and regulations regarding trespassing, along with penalties for trespassers. Let's look at them.

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