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Sarpy County, NE Curfew Laws: Park Curfew (2026)

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Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Typical hours
Dawn to dusk / posted
Notice
Posted at entrances
Offense after hours
2nd-degree criminal trespass
Authority
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-521
Overnight vehicle
May be towed

Summary

Parks across Sarpy County close after dark, whether run by the county, the NRD, or a city. Remaining after posted hours is second degree criminal trespass under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-521.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Sarpy County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

A person commits second degree criminal trespass if, knowing that he or she is not licensed or privileged to do so, he or she enters or remains in any place as to which notice against trespass is given by: (a) Actual communication to the actor; (b) Posting in a manner prescribed by law or reasonably likely to come to the attention of intruders; or (c) Fencing or other enclosure manifestly designed to exclude intruders.

Source: Nebraska Revised StatutesView official code

Full Breakdown

Parks across Sarpy County close after dark, whether run by the county, the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District, or a city. Regional sites like Walnut Creek Lake and Recreation Area in Papillion post hours that generally run dawn to dusk unless a permit or scheduled program allows otherwise. City parks in Bellevue, La Vista, and Gretna set their own closing times by ordinance, often dusk or a fixed evening hour. Posted signs at each entrance control. Remaining in a park after posted hours is second degree criminal trespass under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-521 once notice against trespass is given by posting, and a vehicle left overnight can be ticketed or towed.

Violations & Fines

The county sheriff, city police, and park staff enforce closing hours. Staying in a posted park after hours is second degree criminal trespass under § 28-521, drawing a citation, removal, and possible towing of an overnight vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do Sarpy County parks close?
Most post dawn-to-dusk or a fixed evening hour. Regional and city parks set their own times, so check the posted signs at each entrance.
Can I be cited for being in a park after hours?
Yes. Once closing is posted, staying is second degree criminal trespass under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-521, and an overnight vehicle can be towed.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Sarpy County

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