If You See Purple Or Orange In New York You Should Leave Right Away

Have you ever noticed something oddly painted purple or Orange in New York State? What does it mean? Here's why you should leave right away.

Many states across the country have what's called "purple paint laws."

If You See Purple Paint in New York You Need To Leave Right Away

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Not Officially A Law In New York State

The purple paint law isn't officially a law in New York State, but that hasn't stopped New Yorkers from painting trees, fences, or other items around their home purple to warn you not to trespass on their property.

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"Purple paint on fence posts carries the same legal significance as 'No Trespassing' signs in some states," Snopes states.

Pennsylvania is the closest state to New York with a purple paint law.

A purple paint law is in effect in over 20 states including:

• Alabama
• Arkansas
• Arizona
• Florida
• Idaho
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Kansas
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Maryland
• Missouri
• Montana
• New Hampshire
• North Carolina
• Pennsylvania
• South Carolina
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Virginia
• West Virginia

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Other States Use Orange For No Trespassing

Idaho and Montana use orange paint instead or purple to indicate "No Trespassing."

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