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aggravated trespass

British

noun

law an offence in which a trespasser in the open air attempts to interfere with a lawful activity, such as hunting

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Richard Weir, 60, of Tynemouth, and Hayley Walsh, 42, of Radcliffe on Trent in Nottinghamshire, are accused of aggravated trespass.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2025

Five Just Stop Oil protesters have been found guilty of aggravated trespass after they stormed a performance of Les Misérables in London's West End.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2024

The force said ten people were arrested on suspicion of aggravated trespass and going equipped to lock on.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2023

Despite the chaotic arrest, the man sustained only minor injuries and was jailed for three misdemeanors: two counts of resisting arrest and one of aggravated trespass.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2023

The latter added that the protesters "have been arrested by Met police officers for criminal damage and aggravated trespass."

From Salon • Oct. 15, 2022

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