Many individuals in Long Beach Island have found themselves in a situation where they have had one too many at the bar. A bar employee asks them to leave and may even escort them out. Once outside they realize they forgot a phone or credit card inside the bar. They attempt to go back inside, but little do they realize they may be charged with committing trespass. A person in this situation may be considered a defiant trespasser. A defiant trespasser is one who has knowledge that entry onto the land is prohibited by actual communication to them, a sign, or fence. If you have found yourself in a situation such as this in Long Beach Island, you may not have even been aware you were possibly committing the act of trespass, but it can still result in a disorderly persons offense, and can be a great financial expense to you.
If you have been charged with trespassing in any of the Long Beach Island municipalities (Barnegat Light, Long Beach Township, Harvey Cedars, Surf City, Ship Bottom, or Beach Haven), call the experienced criminal lawyers of Villani & DeLuca at 732-782-9833 for a free initial consultation.