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What to do after a tenant's son breaks into a car?

Noah Dunlap
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(This situation is currently in progress)

Tenant A reached out to let me know that Tenant B's teenage son (next door neighbor) broke into Tenant A's sister's car and stole her keys and wallet and the police are currently in pursuit. They have video evidence, but I haven't seen it yet.

If all of this ends up being proven true and charges are brought, what are my options? I do not want to have a thief living in my house, especially if they are a danger to my other tenants. But can I legally evict someone for the actions of their minor child? Surely I can't bar the minor from the residence.

I've never dealt with anything like this before, and any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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My lease specifically states that criminal activity may be grounds for termination of the lease.

If they are month-to-month, then it doesn't matter what's in your lease. Give them 30 days notice and be done with it.

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