Evicting Non Paying Partner

Summary

In Indiana, a landlord can evict a tenant who isnt paying rent, even without a written agreement. The process involves giving a written notice and filing an eviction lawsuit if the tenant doesnt leave. Once the tenant has been legally evicted or has voluntarily moved out, the landlord can change the locks immediately. If the tenant leaves their belongings behind, the landlord is required to store the abandoned property for 90 days, after which it can be sold or disposed of if unclaimed.

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Partner that doesn't pay rent refusing to leave home.
What state are you currently residing in, ****? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
Indiana
Do you have a written agreement with your partner about rent and living arrangements? In Indiana, eviction laws apply to all tenants, regardless of whether there's a written lease.
No
In Indiana, you can evict someone living in your home if they're not paying rent, even without a written agreement.

- Give a written notice
- File an eviction lawsuit if they don't leave

Nearest court: Marion County Small Claims Court, (*) *-4MCC.
If they leave, how many days do u have to wait to change locks.
In Indiana, you can change the locks immediately after the tenant has been legally evicted or has voluntarily moved out.
What if they leave their stuff?
In Indiana, landlords must store abandoned property for 90 days. If unclaimed, it can be sold or disposed of.