August 16th, 2025
​By Cari Chandler-Martin

​Finding out that someone has moved onto your land without your consent can be stressful — and even more so when they refuse to leave. Whether it’s a stranger, an extended family member, or even a former friend, the law in Trinidad and Tobago gives landowners specific rights and options.

This article explains the legal position and the steps someone can potentially take to protect their property.

August 11th, 2025
​By Cari Chandler-Martin

​In a society grappling with surging home invasions, violent robberies, and growing fear among homeowners, the Government of Trinidad and Tobago has introduced what may become one of the most consequential legal reforms in decades: the Home Invasion (Self‑Defence and Defence of Property) Bill, 2025. Commonly described as the “Stand‑Your‑Ground Bill,” this proposed legislation seeks to remove the duty to retreat and codify protections for homeowners who use force—including deadly force—when defending themselves and others from unlawful intruders.