Under the law, the homeowner has no liability to trespassers. But there's a catch – and it allows a would-be package thief to ...

Viral videos show booby-trapped packages, but legal experts warn: homeowners could face criminal charges. Discover safer ways to protect your parcels this holiday season.

Homeowners who set booby traps for package thieves, known as porch pirates, could be held legally liable for any injuries. While homeowners generally have no liability for a trespasser's accidental ...

The desire to defend your home and what’s yours is completely legitimate—and completely human. But how you channel that frustration matters. The internet loves poetic justice. There’s an undeniable ...

Earlier this week, a reader sent an email asking about the law surrounding a recent phenomenon – people setting booby traps for porch pirates. A porch pirate is someone who steals a package left on ...