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How do i get a person out of house bought
Just bought a house and someone is
living there not laying anything and no
lease ever he won’t get out has had 30
days I live in wv
Asked on March 24, 2017 under Real Estate Law, West Virginia
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
Since they don't have a written lease, this person will be consdiered to have a month-to-month lease for which only a 30 day notice to vacate must be given. At this point, since you are the new owner, you should again give notice to this person yourself (make sure it is proper notice as per state law). Technically, the reason for the eviction would be "non-payment of rent". If this person does not remove themselves from the premises by the date given them in the notice, then you can file for an eviction. You will then need to follow all lehal steps to remove this "tenant". Whatever you do, do not take any self-help measures such as changing the locks, turning off the utilites, etc. If you do, you could find yourself on the wrong side of a lawsuit. Right now, you should consider consulting directly with an a local attorney who practices landlord-tenant law. They can best advise you further.
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