My neighbors were evicted.  Would it be bad manors to go rummaging through their stuff ....?
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Hey, would you check to see if they left a DVD player?  Mine just went on the fritz.
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Question is a little too vague for much of an answer.  \n\nIf you are asking what you, as a private citizen, needs to be able to legally search someone's house for your stolen property, there's only one answer; permission.\n\nIf you want to know what law enforcement needs to search someone's home for your stolen property, there are two answers; permission, or a search warrant.\n\nEdit to address details 3.15.06:\n\nWell, it's not the answer you're looking for, I'm sure, but I'd have to agree with what the authorities have said.  There is no proof Ms Evil took the things that are missing, and with a time lag of a month, Ms Evil could easily say she knows nothing of any thefts that have taken place over the last month.  Even if she admitted to knowing things were missing, she could claim she thought you had found a way into the house and were claiming your own property.  \n\nIs this ridiculous?  Of course it is.  Do we all know, after reading your question, that Ms Evil has stolen Ms Gullible's property?  *I* certainly think so.  But the justice system relies more on what can be proven versus what we all "know" in our hearts.  From what I've read here, there's no way to prove...or even begin to prove...that Ms Evil is the thief.  \n\nCould the police obtain a search warrant for Ms Evil's new residence, based on what you've said here?  I doubt it very much.  A search warrant can be obtained with less proof than what's required to convict someone, but I don't see where even the amount of probable cause required to obtain a search warrant is here...there's been too much time between the theft(s), and the report.  Even if we could all agree that Ms Evil is the thief, a search warrant can only issue if there is reason to believe the property being sought is actually at the location to be searched.  Since it's just as reasonable to believe Ms Evil has the property as it would be to believe she's sold or given it away, you'd have a hard time convincing a judge the property is more than likely where you claim it is...especially a month later.  \n\nNow...is there another way?  Yup.  As someone else here said, if there is a witness who can say they've seen any of your property at Ms Evil's house in the last five to ten days, you've probably got yourself a search warrant.  That witness can even be someone you pay to enter Ms Evil's residence...like a private investigator.  \n\nWithout reliable, recent information that at least some part of your property is in Ms. Evil's possession, law enforcement is going to have a hard time helping you out with this situation.  This is one of those times that causes people to ask why criminals have more rights than victims...in truth, they don't; but they do have the same privacy rights the rest of us do.\n\nGood luck with this.  I'll give it some more thought and come back if I can think of anything better.
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the landlord must have a key, in case they need to get in for an emergency. other wise they are not allowed in your room without you knowing about it. its in your rental agreement.
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ask your neighbor, or look on the internet
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Do you have a basement or attic you can keep her "treasures" in? If she has her own room she could keep what is neccesery to her and find a place to hang other keepsakes precious to her somewhere else so she can always look on those items and not feel like when she moved in you didn't just throw her belongings somewhere else. [Like a personal wall, room, all of that stuff] About the part of you might not take it anymore...you could go to a journal website or start a personal diary. Thats all I can think of but I am pretty sure someone has a better idea.
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Your county recorders office.  They will have all the info on your home; past uses, owners, liens and judgments filed against, ect.
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yea, check on nuisance laws in your state.  Your gonna need evidence though.
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If material was released into the air and they didn't clean the place well it could be in the carpets, cabinetry, false ceiling, and air ductworks or air conditioner. It's shouldn't be in the plumbing, or radiating from the walls, unless of course they still have a big stash hidden there but if the police were smart enough to use dogs they shouldn't have missed anything. Pull off any air vent covers and vacuum them out well and  the vents too. Empty shelves and cupboards, (look for false panels), and scrub them out. Then at least you won't be worried about it.
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Seems from your description, you may possibly be right.  The question of what you are going to do about it, depends on how strongly you feel about it.  Why don't you contact your neighbors and see what their opinions are.  You might want to document some of your findings by taking pictures and keeping a log.  There are other things that you can do if you are absolutely sure that the house is operating as a brothel.  Post signs, etc.  But be sure of your facts first, else you might be liable for harassment and damages.
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If htey gave you the house and you are paying the notes, do you have a ocntract with them?  Has it been transferred to your name?  These are things you need to check out.  Sounds like they still own the house, and if so I would take my 842.00 and go elsewhere to live or have to put up with controlling in-laws and a nosey sister-in-law.
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Brian, \n\nMy apologies up front for not answering *your* question, I just felt the need to thank you so very much for your help and input on my rent/eviction/decision. I tried to find the same information you did (although I must say you do seem extremely knowledgeable) and came up empty handed. I so greatly appreciate your help. You have sincerely raised my faith in my fellow man almost back to where it was many moons and a wife ago. I hope great(-er) things come your way and I honestly am so thankful for your help.\nWith great respect,\nRobert
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Hmmm... what if the neighbor posts them online?\n\nThis isn't your best idea yet.
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Oh you are opening up pandora's box!  Do  you really want tenants working on your property?  You are opening yourself up to a lot of liability issues there.  Definetly speak with a lawyer, but as a property manager I would say not a good idea!  If I let the tenants make decisions about repairs/maintenance/upkeep around here there would be mayhem!  I can't tell you how many people knock on my door daily....to ask to borrow a plunger! ugh!  Seriously though, think about your investment, you want to protect it right?  People tend to care for their own property much better than those who are merely renting!
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Was the property posted with signs or otherwise made to keep people out? Simple rules of common sense apply. If a reasonably person should have known they were not supposed to be there, then you're guilty.
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well do you have neighbors you can check in with while you are gone? or have an elderly neighbor come sit with them at night until they are bored to sleep. lol\n\nreally i think about the only choice you have is to trust them and hope they follow the rules you set down or cancel your trip and stay at home with them. or maybe you can rent them a motel room for while you are gone and lock the whole house up then you are sure to come back to a perfect house. but remember they have to grow up eventually and the less you trust them the more they will want to rebel when in situations that they get the chance. the more you expect from them on a regular basis the more they will deliver.
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It depends on your lease,  but you should be able to contact the local law enforcement agency and get your stuff out of the house. I would get a copy of the canceled checks A.S.A.P. and contact the police and get my stuff out now. Also have a copy of the lease. Good Luck
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You have the right to what's called "quiet enjoyment" of the home you've rented, and its up to the landlord to ensure that you get it.  This can be a very difficult situation, in that this can be difficult to prove.  Suggest you talk with a renters rights organization in your area.