PL 140.17 · Article 140
Criminal Trespass in the First Degree
This felony applies when you enter or remain unlawfully while possessing or displaying a deadly weapon or explosive, or a firearm, rifle or shotgun.
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Text us immediately · (845) 290-2492What the prosecutor must prove
- You knowingly entered or remained unlawfully on premises.
- You possessed or displayed a deadly weapon, explosive, firearm, rifle or shotgun, or another participant did.
Defenses that commonly apply
- The weapon was lawfully possessed.
- You had permission to be present.
- The weapon attribution to you is unsupported.
Penalties and collateral consequences
A Class B Felony carries a maximum sentence of up to 25 years and a fine of up to Up to $5,000.
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