Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Texas

Home Owner's Right

Do I have a right to install a security wire/fence with sharp edges in my own backyard to prevent the burglar to climb over to my backyard? If the neighborhood kids climb and get hurt, am I responsible for them?

Thank you.


Asked on 3/04/08, 11:54 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
ERICK PLATTEN LAW OFFICE OF ERICK PLATTEN

Re: Home Owner's Right

You have the right to put up a barbed wire fence.

However, do it in a manner that is visible to people. If they just hop the fence and get all entangled and severely injured then they could sue you.

I remember a case where an individual used electricity and the person died. Then the family sued and got a judgment against the homeowner.

You have a right to protect your home just don't go crazy using things that could severely harm or kill someone.

Sincerely,

Erick Platten

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Answered on 3/05/08, 11:38 pm


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