A landlord may accept rent for any time prior to the dispossessory in which the tenant has occupied the residence. He/she may also make a demand for any rent while filing a dispossessory. The property laws are generally governed by state and local laws when it comes to eviction proceedings. You would have to consult local counsel to get a better idea of those proceedings in your area.
Answered on Sep 07th, 2011 at 12:42 PM