The tenants said it was unlawful, blah blah, and Mike Butler told them "dirty people aren't a protected class" so awesome. 

What stands up to the punishments your tenants dish out?

In Houston we try to offer cash for keys a lot but some people are just stubborn and want to punish you by making you go to every effort to get them out.

Looking at the punishment for this offense (F3), it looks like the minimum time he served was 2 years (whether this was in jail or probation, I am not sure).

Respond to maintenance requests quickly.Maintain the property well.Treat residents with respect.Properly screen tenants in the same complex to create a community of like-minded residents.Respectfully enforce lease terms regarding on time rent so their is clarity and consistency among residents.Respond to items that impact the overall look of the exterior of the property (broken blinds, sheets or signs in windows, storage on front porches).Properly maintain landscaping in communities.Provide automation for applications, lease signing, renters insurance and lease payments.Deal aggressively with unlawful and non compliant residents to provide a safe community.Understand and price rents at market levels.If you are raising rents, offer to clean carpet (if needed) or add/replace a fixture...get creative to add value.  

Preparing for my unlawful detainer hearing in 2 days.

(And, if you have closed on it, issue a Notice To Quit For Reason Other than Non-Payment of Rent informing them of a lease violation - unlawful use of property - and evict them.

They want to allow dogs and can’t punish every dog owner when 1 doesn’t pick up.

Here's what ours states:"A person with an eviction or unlawful detainer on their record may be approved if full restitution has been made.

In California, once you are awarded judgment in your unlawful detainer case, you need to file for a writ of possession.