Having problems with the person on the lease of my apartment?

Question

I had my boyfriend move in a little over a year ago, and he did some real dumb stuff behind my back, and usually that break up people but I was dumb. He is doing it again I have asked him to leave but he will not. No matter how serious I am he wont leave, he keeps making things worst for us.Its efecting me and my kids, I want him out!! I have no where to go with my kids and this was my place not his. I moved him in.Does any one know about leases and what I can do to get him out.

Answer 1

If he has done nothing to violate the lease and refuses to leave, then you may have to move out.  I'd give him the option that he goes or you will go, but if he won't leave you would then have to yourself.  If you leave you will also be responsible for the rent if he does not pay it (since you are still on the lease) but maybe that can't be helped (maybe you could call the management company and explain the problem, and offer to move into another unit in the complex if they will let you out of your lease on this place - they may do this for a fee, or maybe not, but its worth a call).  Sorry, but if he is on the lease he has as much right to the place as you.

Answer 2

The first question is - did you add him to the lease.  If so, he has the same legal right to be there as you do.  You may have to see a lawyer, but your options will be limited.

If he was not added to the lease, technically, he is trespassing once you ask him to leave.  You could have him arrested.

Answer 3

By "dumb stuff" do you mean drugs?

If so, call the police and have him arrested.

Do whatever it takes to protect your kids. Even if that means moving out from the apartment. You found this one, you can find another. Your responsibilities are to yourself and your children first.

Answer 4

Sorry it didn't work out. You really need to re read the document you signed to see what the rules are. Probably the only leg you have to stand on is to establish that his actions are harmful to your children ( setting a bad example,scarring them, making it hard for you to look after them properly, his inability to control himself leads to financial problems and this reflects on your children ) i would go to children's welfare and see what your options are, be honest though - tell the truth.  

Answer 5

if he is on the lease then you have 2 options.

1. move out.

2. ask the leasing agent for help to evict him.

if you move out be sure to have your name removed from the lease so what he does with the apartment does not affect you.

Answer 6

If the "dunb stuff" is ANYTHING illegal simply dial 911 and get him arrested. Get a restraining order if he in ANY WAY presents any danger to you or the kids.

Then forget about that itch in your panties for a few years and take care of your kids. THEY are your top priority.

Answer 7

If both names are on the lease, it is both of your place.  If you move out and he does not pay rent, both of you will have an evict on your credit report.  You can break the lease if you can prove that it is unsafe for you to  live their with your kids.

Do you have a social worker, close friend, relative that you can lay your cards on the table face up. Talk to professional people and find out what your rights are.

If he is doing drugs report him through the police anonymous telephone number.