LAPD Trespassing Arrest Authorization

No Trespassing Sign
No Trespassing Sign
STEP 1:  POST A COMPLIANT NO TRESPASSING SIGN
✔  Your sign must comply with Los Angeles Municipal Code Sec. 41.24.
✔  Required text (words underlined must be at least 2 inches tall):
✔  "THIS PROPERTY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC / No Entry Without Permission / L.A.M.C. SEC. 41.24"
✔  Post at every walkway and driveway entrance and at min every 50 feet along an unfenced boundary.
✔  At least one sign must be visible and readable from each entrance.
✔  Custom aluminum signs (18" × 24") compliant with LAMC are available from HHA for $30.
STEP 2:  COMPLETE & NOTARIZE THE ARREST AUTHORIZATION FORM
✔  A copy of the Trespass Arrest Authorization Form is included with this handout.
✔  Fill in all required fields: property address, owner information, and description of the property.
✔  Take the completed form to a Notary Public for signature and seal. (UPS stores, banks, and many offices offer notary services.) You do not need a police officer present when completing the form.
✔  The form is only valid for 12 months — you must repeat this process every year.
STEP 3:  DELIVER TO LAPD HOLLYWOOD DIVISION
✔  Bring your notarized form in person to:
✔  LAPD Hollywood Community Police Station — 1358 N. Wilcox Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028 Phone: (213) 972-2971
✔  No appointment needed — drop off at the front desk during station hours.
✔  Keep a copy of the notarized form for your records.

⚠  ANNUAL RENEWAL REQUIRED

The Arrest Authorization Form expires after 12 months. Mark your calendar and repeat Steps 2 & 3 each year to maintain LAPD enforcement authority on your property.

Questions? Contact your Hollywood Heights Association at bod@hollywoodheights.org  or LAPD Hollywood Division: (213) 972-2971