Mark entered into Carl’s home and sat down on the couch to watch TV. When Carl came home, he had no idea who this man sitting on his couch was, so he called the police. The police arrived shortly and arrested Mark. With what crime will Mark be charged? What are the actus reus and mens rea of this offense? Would this charge be different if there had been signs that said Mark was not allowed on the property? Why or why not?
What will be an ideal response?
Mark will be charged with criminal trespass. Actus reus of criminal trespass is entering or remaining on the property without Carl’s permission, knowing he is not licensed or privileged to do so.
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