Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in New York

I took in a boy six years ago, my son's friend who was homeless. He is now 24. I lost my job 18 months ago. At that time I asked him to contribute $50.00 a week. He promptly quit his job and has not worked since. My son moved out last year. I have asked him repeatedly to move out. I can't afford to support him. Doeshe have any rights? What can I do?


Asked on 2/06/10, 7:33 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Markowitz Michael A. Markowitz, PC

To evict the individual, you must first give proper notice under the law to revoke his right to remain on the property. Generally, this is a 30 day notice (one full calendar month). At the end of the period, you would commence a summary proceeding to evict the individual. Upon being awarded a judgment of possession and warrant of eviction, you would have either the sheriff or marshal execute on the warrant. There is no self-help eviction in NY.

Mike.

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Answered on 2/11/10, 12:32 pm


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