[MD] Can my boyfriend’s father, whose house we’ve been living in, kick me out without proper eviction procedures?
If I have been living with my boyfriend and his father, who owns the house, is the father allowed to kick me out?
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If you personally don’t pay rent or provide services in place of rent (like repairs or upkeep), then under Maryland law you’re legally a guest, not a tenant. Guests can be asked to leave without going through the full eviction process.
Some states extend tenant-like rights after long-term residence, but in Maryland, you must have paid rent or given something of value to be considered a tenant with eviction protection.
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If I have been living with my boyfriend and his father, who owns the house, is the father allowed to kick me out?
Lexi, Chatbot
I understand your concern. Can you tell me if there is a written agreement regarding your living arrangements?
No.
Lexi, Chatbot
Are you or your boyfriend listed on a lease or rental agreement with his father?
The boyfriend is.
Lexi, Chatbot
Is there anything else the family lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they’ll be able to help with the eviction issue.
No.
Lexi, Chatbot
Thank you for the information.
If there’s no written lease or rental agreement and you’re living in a property owned by someone else, the property owner generally has the right to ask you to leave. This is especially true if you’re not listed as a tenant. However, the process depends on state law.
Could you please tell me what state you’re in so I can provide more specific guidance?
Maryland.
I need advice on what I should do — I’ve lived here almost a year and now I’m being kicked out.
Ashley R., Esq.
Hello! Thank you for reaching out. My name is Ashley, and I’m a licensed attorney.
Does your boyfriend pay rent to his father?
Yes.
Ashley R., Esq.
If you personally don’t pay rent or provide services in place of rent (like repairs or upkeep), then under Maryland law you’re legally a guest, not a tenant. Guests can be asked to leave without going through the full eviction process.
Some states extend tenant-like rights after long-term residence, but in Maryland, you must have paid rent or given something of value to be considered a tenant with eviction protection.
Ashley R., Esq.
Do you have any other questions for me?
Ashley R., Esq.
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