Belle Meade, TN · Davidson County
Authorization to Enforce and Prosecute Trespassing Violations
This form lets a property owner or authorized representative ask the Belle Meade Police Department to act as an agent in enforcing trespass rules and prosecuting trespassers on the property.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The authorization allows Belle Meade Police Department members to act as the signer’s agents in enforcing criminal trespass rules and prosecuting people trespassing on the identified property. The signer agrees to post visible “No Trespassing” signs at major entry points and notify the department if ownership changes or a business relocates. The authorization remains in force for five years from its effective date unless rescinded in writing to the department.
Who needs it
A property owner, manager, or designee who has authority to authorize Belle Meade Police Department members to act concerning trespassing on the identified property.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a “Sworn to and subscribed before me” jurat; the property owner or authorized representative signs the authorization before the notary.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Authorization to Enforce and Prosecute Trespassing Violations form.
- 2
Fill In the Details
Enter the property, owner, business, and contact information requested on the form.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote notarization before signing the form.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign before the commissioned online notary during the video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the completed authorization to the Belle Meade Police Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Belle Meade. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete the trespass authorization?
- Identify the property and owner, provide the requested contact details, and have the owner or authorized representative sign before a notary. Submit the completed form to the Belle Meade Police Department.
- Do I need to sign this form in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form contains a “Sworn to and subscribed before me” jurat, so the signer should sign before the notary and complete the required notarial process.
- Can I notarize this form online?
- Tennessee authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under the Online Notary Public Act, Tenn. Code Ann. §§8-16-301 to 8-16-313. The signer completes the notarial act by video.
- Where do I submit the completed form?
- The form identifies the Belle Meade Police Department as the recipient. Contact the department to confirm how it accepts completed authorizations; confirm with the city or town if unsure.