Landlord Rights RE: Tenants Arrest

[JAP1958]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? PA

My father has a single home on his property which he's rented out for many years. With the last TWO tenants he's had serious issues - the first tenants were arrested on his property for prostitution and illegal drugs - the second was arrested for aggravated assault and terrorist threats (which occurred off of his property).

Can he add a statement in the least agreement that if the tenant is arrested for ANY reason, the lease is automatically terminated and the person has 30 days to vacate?!

Please advise!

 

[JETX]

Can he add a statement in the least agreement that if the tenant is arrested for ANY reason, the lease is automatically terminated and the person has 30 days to vacate?

He can add anything he wants as a lease restriction.... as long as the tenant agrees and it is not in violation of your state landlord-tenant laws.

 

[aabbcc]

Maybe you should check criminal history as part of the application process.

 

[JAP1958]

Response to suggestion

WE DO check criminal history before renting to them - but both have gotten into trouble AFTER they're tenants!

 

[atomizer]

Have him do month to month agreements and include a notice waiver in his rental contract.