Title: Criminal Acts and Activities: Landlord Liability FAQ | Nolo
Headings: Criminal Acts and Activities: Landlord Liability FAQ
Criminal Acts and Activities: Landlord Liability FAQ
Landlords have some degree of legal responsibility to protect their tenants from assailants, thieves, and fellow tenants.
Questions
How can a landlord limit responsibility for crime committed by strangers on the rental property?
What kind of legal trouble do landlords face from tenants who deal illegal drugs on the property?
How can a property owner avoid liability because of tenants who deal drugs or otherwise break the law?
What are the landlord's responsibilities for tenant safety and security?

Content: Landlords are especially likely to be held liable when a crime occurs on property where a similar assault or other crime has occurred in the past. For a guide to help landlords identify common risky situations and get specific, practical advice for dealing with them, read Every Landlord's Legal Guide, by Janet Portman, J.D. and Marcia Stewart. Talk to a Lawyer
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