What to do when tenant gets evicted by sheriff

Question

After a few months of paperwork, my lawyer has confirmed the sheriff will be going to the property to evict my tenant for non payment of rent.

I'm asked by the sheriff to be at the property at a certain time with a locksmith. Once they get the tenant out while I'm there, do i make him take his stuff? Do I have to sit there and watch until he's all cleared out? If not, do I have to go back with the tenant at another date / time to get his stuff out ?

what am I supposed to do when the sheriff removes tenant?  Sit and watch the whole thing?

anyone have any experience on this matter would GREATLY appreciate your input.

thank you!

Nathan Gesner · Answer

State laws vary, so you should talk to the Sheriff's Department and see what to expect.

In most states, the Sheriff will show up and expect the person to be out. If they are not, then the Sheriff removes the individual from the property, gives you access, and then you can remove everything from the rental and place it on the curb. Then you change the locks and leave. What happens to the stuff on the curb is the tenant's responsibility and you can't be held liable for things that are missing or ruined.

Matthew Paul · Answer

Bring bodies with you , and lots of contractor trash bags all ther things get stuffed in bags . In my area the sheriff is there to remove the person and keep the peace . You and or your crew empty the house as quick as possible . Everything goes to the curb .

In this heat have lots of cold bottled water for the guys .   Have soap and towel, face masks , you dont know how the tenant lives .

Have new locks with you for the doors .

DO NOT  LET THE TENANT HELP

Henry T. · Answer

Congratulations!!!  Call the Sheriff dept and ask how long he'll stick around as the deadbeat packs up. I think they usually give an hour then hit the road. If the deadbeat doesn't get all of his stuff out, do not let him back in once the Sheriff is gone. You might have to hire a couple people to toss his crap to the curb. Change the locks immediately. Often they leave before the nice Sheriff forces them, because they know you'll be filming the fun action. So check if he leaves early. If this happens and you think he's abandoned the place, you can go in and secure the place yourself.

There's some youtube eviction videos that may help you. Try to concentrate on your city. Laws around the country may be different. If he owes you more than was awarded in the judgement, have a buddy serve him with a small claim summons on his way out.

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