eviction
How do i evict a son who wont work, pays nothing and is 26 years old. I&#39;m the homeowner
<p>My son is 26, he doesn't work. My wife and I are pensioners. We keep him and he doesn't contribute in any way. We own our house. We have reached the end of our patience and help. How do we get him out of the house? If anyone can provide the answer we would be very grateful. We live in the UK. Thank you.</p>

<p>You can always politely ask a person to leave, which could solve your problem. If that doesn't work, you will have to take legal action: you cannot change the locks or force him out (without the risk of a costly lawsuit). In Washington this would probably be the slower ejectment process, since you are not in a landlord-tenant relation. The actual process depends on the laws of your jurisdiction, though it is doable in any US jurisdiction. You probably have to hire an attorney to navigate the process, since an unlawful detainer action would likely be dismissed (that is, you have to file the correct action, not just some action that's in the ballpark).</p>

<p>In NSW, Australia you have the right to decide who lives in your home, including <a href="https://www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au/publications/factsheets-and-resources/adult-children-living-at-home" rel="nofollow noreferrer">adult children</a>.</p>

<p>You start by asking them to leave. </p>

<p>If that doesn't work you can try mediation through a Community Justice Centre or a private mediator.</p>

<p>If that doesn't work you can turn to the law. If they pay (or have paid) to live there (which may include performing maintenance on the home or caring for you or your pets) then they are a tenant and landlord-tenant law applies. If there is violence involved then you can seek an Apprehended Violence Order. If they are a guest then you can withdraw permission (in writing) and turn to trespass law.</p>
