I rent my basement to other people to live, police found out. what penatlity will I get?
458024
It isn't illegal is it?\nIt depends on where you live, what the laws are locally, and how many people all together live in the house.
1141872
The other posters above are correct in that you should contact the police and give them every piece of evidence that you have. Also contact a civil attorney though, and get the ball rolling on a civil suit to collect the money owed to you.
212974
Call your local police department and ask.
38702
I would call the police in your city (non-emergency number). They should be able to enforce your eviction.
755175
Well, you could spend money on a security system or maybe get to know some of your neighbors maybe they could help you.They might have ideas of who could be behind this.Are you sure this is random?Have you pissed somebody off?
921459
probably.  ask your local city government/police.
504828
This is probably TERRIBLE legal advice, so you'll want to see a real estate or unlawful detainer lawyer in YOUR community before relying on anything I say here.  But nevetheless, here's ONE possible answer... \n\nSue the original landlord for fraud, prepare to move, buy a new home with no money down, plead with the bank, sell all your stuff,.  \n\nPending foreclosures are always listed on public record amd technically, you had "constructive notice" of the foreclosure before you moved in.  But tenants almost never check such things.  \n\nSome police departments or District Attorneys' offices might be interested in real estate fraud like that.  I like the technique of asking the local police department to call-up the landlord on the day before Christmas, and say "I'm going to arrest you right now, and keep you in jail away from your family until after New Years Day unless you give all that money back within the next 24 hours."  I had a cop do that for me, and the rip-off artist suddenly showed up at my door with cash in hand.\n\nDo not pay the original landlord ANYTHING until you have a satisfactory explanation -- but DO put any rent due into a segregated bank account to pay to the bank (or whomever it is owed to).  Write a letter to the original landlord, copy to the bank, stating clearly what has happened.  Keep a copy of your letter to show the Judge if it goes to court.  \n\nIf you reciive an unlawful detainer (e.g. a lawsuit for eviction) offer to pay the new landlord.  Technically, this makes you a tenant at sufferance (e.g. entitled to possession until evicted) and entitled to pay the rent to the new landlord once you see that ownership has actually changed.  The new landlord might or might not accept your rent.  Call the bank and plead rip-off.  They're not responsible for causing your troubles, of course, but some bankers do have warm blood in their veins.  In some situations you might demand a refund of the lease money from the NEW landlord, particularly if they received an assignment of rents -- as some courts might permit imputation of rental receipts to the new landlord -- but usually not.  Don't hold your breath, but don't hesitate to make the demand.\n\nYou'll want to start earning more money than you presently do... none of these tactics are likely to work very long.\n\nIn most states the new landlord is required to give more like 30-days notice rather than 3, so the possibility does exist that you could win unlawful detainer lawsuit (again don't hold your breath).   Be prepared to lose in court, to your new landlord.  Then you'll have an unlawful detainer on your record, and convince all other landlords not to rent to you.  \n\nYour local unlawful detainer Judge might have mercy.  Bring your documents to court and plead rip-off.  Somebody might help you (but again, don't hold your breath.  You might turn blue and expire.  \n\nLive and learn... It is better to be on the receiving end of this sort of transaction, but some people would then require medication to be able to sleep at night.  This is what causes drug addiction, which in turn makes people into thieves.\n\nYou might also consider staking out the landlord's home and giving a piece of your mind.  But he might give you a piece of his fist -- so don't be too demanding unless you carry a gun.  But if you do carry a gun, don't go to the landlord's house unless you also plan to move to Bombay.   I do hear that rents are far cheaper in Bombay, though you may want to set aside some extra money for all the extra antibiotics you'll need there.  If you do move to Bombay, set aside some extra money to donate to the local Leprosy Foundation, and count your lucky stars that you once-upon-a-time had a place to live (for awhile).\n\nDemand a refund, though you won't get it voluntarily.  Be prepared for the landlord to claim bankruptcy -- you'll have to give notice to the bankrupt
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If they have a valid warrant or valid reason to break into the house (emergency situation) then no, If they accidentally break into the wrong house (don't laugh it's happened before) then the City will more than likely pay for the damage and there may be cause for a lawsuit against the department for the damage. Even if the entry is valid they usually nail a sheet of wood over the  entrance to secure the premises after the raid is complete.
1160272
Sorry. I dont live in my parents basement and I have a job.
472656
"Anybody could've stole them."\n\nThat's what the police are going to tell you.\n\nAt least now you know that there's a chance that your neighbors are untrustworthy.\n\nI suggest you find another way or time to dry your laundry.
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I know your situation too well. This is what you do: First, you findout if the tenants are on section 8, or if the government subsidizes the rent. From what you describe, this is very likely.\n\nThen, you  call the cops each time you notice drug activity, noises, altercations, etc. Get copies of all police reports, and notify your state's agency that covers section 8 assistance. If teh tenants aren't following the state's requirements to live in a subsidized house, they're out, and they may even take the landlord off their list.\n\nGood luck
65689
Call the local police station and get their advice...
1111522
You might do all those things but the other people in the building might not be so clean. Tell your manager in writing  give him a copy and let him know if the problem isnt fixed in a timely manner you will put your rent in an escro account with the local courts.
238894
yes you do. but you may have to prove that it is yours and you must have the police there with you. one exception if you rented the place and you left owing any rent they can hold it till you pay the past due amout but they have to send you a legal notice
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Even if she is the property owner, she can not drop in unexpectedly. If she does, you have every right to call the police. They will arrest her.\n\nshe does have the legal right to inspect the home, but at an agreed upon time. She is also not permitted by law to enter the premises without your knowledge. Again, if that occurs, call the police.
149904
I would suggest getting a private eye.  because you may have better luck than going to the police... they cover for themselves.
669032
Be very honest with any property pwner you are looking to rent from.  Tell them the details of your situation and let them decide if they want to give you the benifit of the doubt.  Don't try to hide is as it always crops up when you do that.