We’ve all see posts on the internet that say, “If you see purple paint, beware. If you see purple paint, get the heck out of here”. I’m the type of guy to respect the law, so if I saw purple paint, I’m not entering land marked with it.
It has to do with property boundaries and warning trespassers. You won’t see a ton of purple paint in more of the crowded areas of states with purple paint laws. If you own land where people can access to hunt, cross-country ski, fish, use ATVs, you might some purple paint on trees, posts, or any other markers of some sort.
Purple also has a very interesting meaning. If there is purple paint somewhere, it typically means no trespassing. Purple paint could signify that someone is about to step onto private property, which means that if they are there without permission, they could be arrested for trespassing. Is this an actual law? There are several states that have interesting statutes related to purple paint. –wpr.com
New York And Massachusetts Attorney Generals Announce Lawsuit Against Volkswagen
No.
In fact, only two New England states enforce purple paint laws, New Hampshire and Maine.
Hunters and trappers should know they might encounter purple markings on trees and that these marks are meant to define the boundary of an adjoining private property that’s posted against trespassing.
The penalty for trespassing varies in each state. Whether or not you’ll be arrested for trespassing depends. The penalty for trespassing in Massachusetts includes a fine of not more than one hundred dollars or by up to 30 days in prison or by both fine and imprisonment. Massachusetts does not enforce purple paint laws, however.
LOOK: Here are just some of the most magical places in Maine
You don’t need to break the bank or risk life and limb to feel like you’re in another world. Just head to Maine and explore these surprisingly magical spots. Tap or click the photo for more information.
Gallery Credit: Stephen Lenz
