Q: Can my sister put me, my significant other and my children on the street without our belongings
I believe this is illegal and she had no documentation giving me notice just showed up with cops who pulled me outside and told me to leave and that she could say what i could and couldnt have..
A:
If you had established residence at the property, that is to say that you had been living there for a certain period of time, then your sister would have needed a court order like an eviction order to remove you from the residence.
That said, if you had not been staying there for very long you may not have been entitled to the eviction process. Usually a tenant who is renting has to be evicted in order to be removed from the property. There are certain exceptions, such as the previous case before and if there is accused domestic violence or certain other types of criminal activity.
As for your possessions, you may wish to bring legal action to recover them. You should consult with a civil attorney in your area for a consultation and legal advice. The above information is merely educational and general and is only provided based on the limited information you have provided here and should not be considered legal advice.
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