QUESTION
Is it legal for a tenant of a property to call the cops for trespassing if I am just visiting a friend?
Asked on Apr 16th, 2017 on Landlord and Tenant Law - Massachusetts
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I have a friend who lives on the second story of a split-level house. His neighbor and I got in an argument, and now says I'm not allowed on the property. He does not own the property, but said he'd call the cops for trespassing. Is this legally viable, and what if I want nothing to do with the neighbor and want to visit my friend on the second story? What are my options, and is this no trespassing warning valid? The apartment is on a private lane but I'm welcome there by the other tenant, which is my close friend.
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No. The only parties who have any right to dispute your presence would be the tenant and the property owner.
Answered on Jul 13th, 2017 at 4:12 AM