Howdy Partner, Hold Your Horses on the Eviction!
So, things with your significant other have hit a snag, and living together feels more like wrestling an armadillo in a phone booth. Maybe you're thinkin', "Can I just yeet my girlfriend out of my Texas-sized house?" Well, hold on to your Stetson there, buckaroo, because Texas law and courtesy ain't exactly the same as a saloon brawl. Let's untangle this prickly situation.
Does She Pay Rent? The Great Lease Round-Up
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She's a Paying Guest: If your gal pal is forking over dough for her share of the roof (and maybe even the occasional six-pack), then she might have tenant rights. Eviction rodeo? More like a lengthy court waltz. You gotta follow the proper eviction process, which can take some time.
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She Donates in Blankets and Laughter: No rent agreement? Consider her a guest who overstayed their welcome at a honky-tonk. Texas law gets sticky here. You can't just be a lone-star vigilante and toss her belongings out like yesterday's tortillas. You'll still need to give her a written notice to vacate, and if that doesn't work, it's eviction time again (but this time with a different legal step).
The Not-So-Legal Eviction: It Ain't Pretty, Partner
Look, we all love a good action flick, but changing the locks and chucking her belongings onto the dusty trail ain't gonna fly. This is illegal and could land you in hot water. Just because you're the king of your castle, doesn't mean you can play eviction czar.
Before You Boot Her Out: The Communication Corral
Now, before you start packing her bags faster than a roadrunner on Red Bull, have you tried talking things out? Maybe some couples counseling, or a good ol' fashioned heart-to-heart over a plate of chicken-fried steak? Sometimes, communication can be the lasso that brings you both back from the brink of eviction-ville.
The Final Showdown: The Lawyer Up Lowdown
If talking is like wrangling a stubborn steer, then a lawyer might be your best bet. They can advise you on the legal ropes of eviction depending on your situation. Think of them as your eviction expert, there to navigate the legalese labyrinth.
So, Can You Kick Her Out? Maybe, But Maybe Not
The answer depends on your situation, partner. If you have a lease and she's breaking the terms, then eviction might be an option (with a lawyer's help). If she's a long-term guest who's overstayed her welcome, the eviction process applies again. But remember, communication is always the best first step.
Now, this ain't a substitute for real legal advice. If things get messier than a two-step at a rodeo, find yourself a lawyer who specializes in these situations. But hopefully, this little guide steers you in the right direction (and keeps you out of eviction court).
