What to do if I have a person staying in my apartment who has repeatedly refused to sign lease documents to become an authorized tenant?
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What to do if I have a person staying in my apartment who has repeatedly refused to sign lease documents to become an authorized tenant?
This despite pressure from the apartment managers and me. The person is an elderly woman that is effectively dependent but still maintains legal independence and freedom. She is unwilling to co-exist reasonably as evidenced by consistent verbal abuse to me over the past few years and so, she must go. In light of her health, what is the best way to legally remove her from the premises?
Asked on October 21, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Texas
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MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
I am not sure it will be a popular decision but you can simply call the Sheriff's department and see if they would be willing to do a peacable removal. If not, you may or the manager may need to go to court to remove her. She is not a tenant. If she is your guest, then really you must get the authorities to remove her. If she is incompetent, you may need to call social services.
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