Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California
I manage a MH park in California. I had a tenant who moved out owing money. That same tenant moved in with his brother whom also lives in the park. Because there was no eviction, I don't believe I can get a money judgement. So how do I collect from him and can I prohibit him from living in the park with his brother? Any help is appreciated. Thank you.
Asked on 1/04/12, 3:33 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
You probably cannot prohibit him from living with his brother, but there is no reason you can't just sue on the debt. Just because a tenant vacates ahead of an eviction doesn't make the debt go away. If it is under $7,500 in most cases, and in all cases if it is under $5,000, it's a fairly simple small claims case.
Answered on 1/04/12, 4:16 pm