Cold Weather Challenges

As we get into the colder months of Colorado, we find more challenges with break ins, and homeless getting into stairwells, rooftops, trash rooms and hallways of apartment complexes. It is important for us to understand the LAWS of trespass so we can handle the situation. There are so many laws about trespassing and you the property owner can leave yourself exposed to a lawsuit if the security company you hired violated human rights. Our experience with Colorado law and effective training in de-escalation allow our officers to secure voluntary compliance in most situations.

Do you know the difference between Trespass 1 or Trespass 2 or 3? Do you know why you see a lot of fences around properties, it may not stop crime, but it can increase the charges. Here is some information for you if you want to learn more about trespassing in Colorado. Or you can call us and we can do a full risk assessment and give you all the details of trespassing.

Colorado trespass law includes the following key points¹²³⁴⁵:

• Trespassing charges are divided into three degrees, with penalties ranging from a petty offense to a felony².
• Third-degree trespass involves unlawfully entering or remaining on another’s property that is not enclosed or fenced³.
• Penalties for third-degree trespass can include up to 10 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $300³⁵.
• Conducting oneself in a way that denies lawful rights to public officials or employees in public buildings is also prohibited⁴.