NSW Trespass

[Gazman]

Can I charge someone with trespass if they come on board my boat without my express permission? I have a 34 foot flybridge cruiser moored at a marina and someone has stated that they intend to come on board while I am not there.

 

[Rod]

Sort of - you can take them to court for civil trespass. You do not charge them with criminal trespass. As a general rule only police charge people for crimes.

 

[Tim W]

For all we know, their reason might be legit.
What reason do they give (could they have) for doing so?

 

[Gazman]

Thank you for your assistance Rod.