Ohio Revised Code Title XXIX. Crimes Procedure § 2911.21, et seq.

Criminal Trespass (§ 2911.21): It's unlawful to:

• Knowingly enter or remain on someone else's property;
• Recklessly enter or remain on someone else's property when notice against unauthorized access/presence has been provided.
• Negligently fail or refuse to leave upon being notified by a visible sign or other means of notice provided by the owner, occupant, or agent or servant of either.

Aggravated Trespass (§ 2911.211): It's unlawful to enter or remain on someone else's property with the purpose of committing a misdemeanor that involves physical harm or causing someone to believe the offender will cause physical harm.

Criminal Trespass on a Place of Public Amusement (§ 2911.23): It's unlawful to knowingly enter or remain on any restricted portion of a place of public amusement* and interrupt/cause the delay of the performance/event. In order to violate this statute, a written notice informing people that the area is restricted to the general public is required.

*Place of public amusement: stadium, theater, or other facility at which a live performance, sporting event, or other activity takes place for entertainment of the public and to which access is made available to the public.

Charges and Penalties

Conviction under Ohio's criminal trespass laws can result in jail time and fines:

• § 2911.21: Violation is a fourth degree misdemeanor, which can result in up to 30 days in jail and not more than $250. If a person used a snowmobile, off-highway motorcycle, or all-purpose vehicle, the court will impose a fine that is twice the amount usually imposed for the violation.
• § 2911.211: Violation is a first degree misdemeanor, which can result in up to 180 days in jail and not more than $1,000.
• § 2911.23: Violation is first degree misdemeanor, which can result in up to 180 days in jail and not more than $1,000. A court may additionally require an offender to perform 30 to 120 hours of supervised community service work.