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What options do I have to protect myself from trespassers/burglars?

I live in Pennsylvania- I want to know what can I do to protect myself, my family, and my property from people who intend to trespass on my property and steal my things? My truck was broken into last night, and a few things were taken. I want to prevent this from happening in the future. I don't know where to look/whom to ask about Pennsylvania trespassing laws.

Update:

Yeah, I was stupid and left my cell phone out.

I had CDs- but obviously they didn't like my taste in music, because they didn't take them.

As for the cops- I was told there wouldn't be an investigation- just a report filed.

So much for "serve and protect."

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  • Meghan
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago
    Favorite Answer

    There isn't too much you can to prevent criminals. You can prepare yourself for it though. Obviously- dont' be stupid. Don't leave things laying out in your vehicle. If a criminal sees things like a $200 pair of sunglasses- they will know you like nice things. Hide your CDs, cell phone charger and never leave change laying out. Dont' give them a reason to want to to get in there! Of course, lock your doors and have an alarm.

    You want to know the laws- ask the police officer who is working the case for suggestions.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Better be careful you cause harm or kill some one trespassing on your property or breaking into your home and your white you better make sure the robber is also white before shooting or the robber becomes the victim if he/she is a minority and you go to jail for a hate crime. Welcome to Obama's America.

  • Erika
    Lv 4
    4 years ago

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  • 1 decade ago

    Install flood lights with motion detectors and place them where you park and near your doors. Get a big dog.

    Source(s): No source really, just a couple of thoughts.
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