Q: How do I get rid of my ex-girlfriend that has taken over my camper that I own when she has nowhere to go?
She is also clinically crazy been committed quite a few times and her family will not take her in they keep bringing her back to my house she's also violent and suicidal.
A:
Here are some potential steps to remove an ex-girlfriend who has taken over your camper in Arkansas:
- Provide proper written notice to vacate. Give her 30 days written notice to vacate the premises since she has established residency in the camper.
- If she refuses to leave after proper notice, you can file for a failure to vacate eviction with the courts. This involves submitting an Unlawful Detainer lawsuit.
- If she has threatened violence or you fear for your safety, you may want to have police present when asking her to leave or delivering eviction papers. Tell them you fear violence from someone you want removed.
- At the eviction hearing, provide evidence it is your camper and she was only allowed to stay as a guest. Bring the title, registration, etc. Her mental health issues alone are not grounds for immediate eviction in AR.
- If she is only listed as an emergency contact for any utilities, have the services shut off after she is removed so she cannot try to reconnect them.
- Change the locks once she is officially evicted so she cannot return and retake possession of the camper.
- Do not attempt illegal "self-help" evictions like shutting off utilities or removing her belongings while she is still a resident. Use the proper legal eviction process.
- If she returns and tries to enter the camper after evicted, call the police and seek a restraining order if needed for safety.
I know dealing with a difficult ex is stressful, but following the proper legal process is crucial.
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