What to do if I need to evict a person who is disruptive and disrespectful from my home?

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What to do if I need to evict a person who is disruptive and disrespectful from my home?

They do not pay me rent or contribute in any way. I have asked them to leave but they refuse saying they have a legal right to live here. What recourse do I have?

Asked on October 17, 2012 under Real Estate Law, California

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

I am so sorry.  Are they a squatter or there with out your consent?  Are you fearful for your safety?  Then that may be an issue as to an order of protection.  But If you want to classify them as a tenant in some form I would give them a 30 day notice to vacate (may be able to give a shorter one under the laws in your state) and seek legal help on serving same.  If they do not move then you can evict them.  Good luck. 


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