{"jurisdiction": "us-ny", "code": "penal", "section": "140.05", "citation": "Penal Law § 140.05", "heading": "Trespass", "text": ["§ 140.05. Trespass.", "A person is guilty of trespass when he knowingly enters or remains unlawfully in or upon premises.", "Trespass is a violation."], "official_source": "https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/PEN/140.05", "from_official_api": true, "plain_english": "A person commits trespass by **knowingly entering or remaining unlawfully in or on premises**. ★ Trespass is a **violation**.", "in_force_on": "2026-05-31", "retrieved": "2026-09-27", "url": "https://elyphived.com/us-ny/penal/140.05", "publisher": "Elyphived LLC"}