Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California
Jailhouse Tenant
I have a tenant who has been arrested on charges of assaulting police officers. Must I go through all the painful process of eviction to withdraw his things from my property so that I can rent it to new tenants? Also, am I liable for his possessions?
Asked on 10/16/01, 4:38 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Bryan Whipple
Bryan R. R. Whipple, Attorney at Law
Re: Jailhouse Tenant
Yes and yes. It relates to the concept of "innocent until proven guilty." What's more, even if convicted your tenant does not lose his other civil and property rights. Your unlawful detainer action is probably made easier but at the same time your tenant's belongings problem is made greater.
Answered on 11/23/01, 7:38 pm
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