BILL · 2005–06 SESSION

SB 5905: Eviction of tenants

Creating a procedure for landlords to immediately evict tenants involved in criminal activity.

Summary

The Residential Landlord Tenant Act is amended to provide an alternative relief mechanism for landlords or neighbors with tenants involved in criminal activity or unlawful civil disruptions. The revised statute provides a means for obtaining expedited court-ordered evictions in certain circumstances.

From the Senate Bill Report (SB 5905), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to providing for the option for immediate eviction of tenants who are involved in criminal actions or unlawful civil disruptions;

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

Jan 9, 2006By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Feb 14, 2005First reading, referred to Financial Institutions, Housing & Consumer Protection.

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