2001 Minnesota Statutes

     609.581 Definitions. 

    Subdivision 1.    Terms defined.  For purpose of 
 sections 609.582 and 609.583 the terms defined in this section 
 have the meanings given them.  

    Subd. 2.    Building.  "Building" means a structure 
 suitable for affording shelter for human beings including any 
 appurtenant or connected structure.  

    Subd. 3.    Dwelling.  "Dwelling" means a building used 
 as a permanent or temporary residence.  

    Subd. 4.    Enters a building without consent.  "Enters 
 a building without consent" means:  

    (a) to enter a building without the consent of the person 
 in lawful possession; 

    (b) to enter a building by using artifice, trick, or 
 misrepresentation to obtain consent to enter from the person in 
 lawful possession; or 

    (c) to remain within a building without the consent of the 
 person in lawful possession.  

    Whoever enters a building while open to the general public 
 does so with consent except when consent was expressly withdrawn 
 before entry.  

    HIST: 1983 c 321 s 1