Brian Littrell, a member of the renowned pop group Backstreet Boys, has reissued a trespassing complaint against a Florida woman following the dismissal of a previous lawsuit earlier this month. The initial complaint was lodged in September 2025 but was thrown out by a judge on February 17, 2026. The refiled claim, submitted on February 25, involves Carolyn Barrington Hill, a 67-year-old who Littrell alleges has repeatedly trespassed on his beachfront property in Walton County.
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In the latest documents, Littrell, 51, alongside his wife Leighanne and their business, BLB Beach Hut LLC, seeks damages exceeding £40,000. The couple claims they have faced ongoing harassment and trespassing incidents from various individuals at their Florida home. The complaint details alleged trespasses that began in April 2025, which the Littrells assert have occurred despite the presence of “no trespassing” signs and clear indications of private property.
Littrell’s team alleges that Hill has actively sought to provoke and intimidate the family by repeatedly accessing the beach area of their property. Accounts from the Littrells include instances of Hill allegedly shouting at their property manager and setting up her own beach furniture on their property, despite being directly asked to leave. On one occasion, it is claimed that Hill had to be removed by a Walton County Sheriff’s Department officer after refusing to comply with requests to vacate.
The complaint further alleges that Hill has recorded videotapes of the family without their consent and has approached various members of the public, urging them to trespass alongside her. These actions have allegedly contributed to a significant infringement of the Littrells’ privacy and enjoyment of their home, ultimately leading them to hire additional security measures to safeguard their family.
As a result of these alleged activities, the Littrells are asking the court for damages as well as an injunction that would prevent Hill from entering their property, filming without permission, and imposing legal costs upon her. The family’s claims extend to the emotional toll and disturbance they have suffered due to these invasions.
In response to the refiled complaint, Hill’s legal representatives have indicated they expect the new filing will contain similar flaws that resulted in the prior case’s dismissal. They contend that Hill possesses a constitutional right to access and enjoy the beaches of Florida without fear of litigation. The attorneys argue that Hill’s longstanding presence at the beach has never resulted in any citations for trespassing, reinforcing their position.
The legal team further asserts that the claim for more than £40,000 in damages lacks substantial basis, implying that the lawsuit aims to deter public access to the beach. They maintain that the public should not have to face costly lawsuits simply to enjoy Florida’s coastal areas, as guaranteed by the state’s Constitution.
Similarly, Littrell’s attorney Peter Ticktin has reiterated that the beach behind Littrell’s house constitutes private property, stating that Hill’s actions reflect a misguided belief that all private shores should be accessible to the public. Ticktin expressed confidence that the revised complaint adheres to the necessary legal standards and is ready to be pursued in court.
The previous lawsuit had already witnessed a judge reject the Littrells’ claims of emotional distress caused to their son, citing that such damages are not applicable in cases of trespassing. Additionally, a stalking allegation was voluntarily withdrawn during a December hearing, further complicating the legal landscape surrounding this ongoing dispute.
As the case unfolds, it highlights the tension between private property rights and access to public beaches, a topic that continues to spark debate in coastal areas. While the Littrells seek to uphold their private ownership, Hill and her legal team advocate for the public’s constitutional right to unfettered enjoyment of Florida’s beaches. The court’s forthcoming decisions will be instrumental in shaping the outcome of this contentious situation.