What constitutes "criminal trespass" under Texas law?

Under Texas law, "criminal trespass" is specifically defined as entering or remaining on someone else's property without that person's consent. This key element focuses primarily on the unauthorized entry or stay on the property owned by another individual. The law protects property owners' rights by ensuring that they have control over who can access their property.

While the other scenarios listed—using force to evict someone, failing to leave private property when requested, and distributing flyers—may present issues related to property rights, they do not align as closely with the statutory definition of criminal trespass as the act of unauthorized entry or remaining on the property does. For instance, using force to evict someone implies an action taken by a property owner rather than outlining an unlawful entry, and simply failing to leave when asked does not necessarily constitute criminal trespass unless the person was previously informed that they were not allowed to be there. Distributing flyers could also violate local ordinances or agreements, but it doesn't define criminal trespass as per Texas law. Thus, option A accurately captures the legal definition.