Originally Posted by It's Hot There (Post 2313629)

That's an intruder (trespasser), not a squatter.

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2313569)

If you are dealing with a competent squatter, you wouldn't be able to walk in because they would have changed the locks.

But, if you execute a legal lease to a squatter hunter, they can hire a locksmith to change the locks, and move in with all the same rights as the squatter. They can bring a large dog (or two) who barks a lot and is not house broken, play loud music 24/7, make a huge mess in the kitchen and bathrooms, and walk around the house with loaded AK-47. I would also think they could remove all the interior doors and put them in storage. This is all legal and will get rid of the squatters much faster than a lawyer and a civil court.

Originally Posted by frayedends (Post 2313623)

I did not say I would shoot them. Of course if I found myself being threatened upon entering my own home I can't say I wouldn't defend myself. But usually just the mere presence of an armed individual diffuses the situation very quickly.

I was once approached at a gas station by 4 very unsavory looking fellas in Dorchester MA (not the nicest area). Before they were within 15 feet I made it known I was armed with a simple opening of my jacket. The turned around and left.

Edit to add: I would not be in a situation where a squatter was a legit renter first or anything like that. A squatter in my home would have had to broken in and taken up residence while I was up north. So maybe not the same situation as some renter that stopped paying.

Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2313601)

Question : After all that Charles Bronson tactic, should he, the hunter discharge the AK-47 or have Major the K9 take a bite outta crime on my behalf.....what part and how much of the ACLU suit against me and my estate will I be responsible for?

Asking for a law student

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2313774)

I didn't suggest doing anything illegal. But, apparently, your plan would be to pay a lawyer thousands of dollars and wait months for a civil court judge to issue an eviction notice while the squatter destroys your house. No thanks.

Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2313922)

Both scenarios aren’t ideal but from a liability/ financial standpoint....you do you

Originally Posted by Velvet (Post 2314000)

Liability? Stranger squatters are full out invaders of your home.

Originally Posted by Normal (Post 2313135)

Both S&W 500 in one night stand and Glock 40 in the other. If anyone makes trouble, then it’s trouble they will get.

Originally Posted by biker1 (Post 2314034)

S&W 500? If a malevolent elephant breaks into your home then you are all set ;-)

Originally Posted by Normal (Post 2314043)

The ammo is expensive, but if a slug stops a perp, then it is all worth it.

Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2314003)

If you read this whole thread, you would know the term 'squatter' is ambiguous. If someone enters your home and helps himself without your permission...thats a home invasion. Do what you have e a legal right to do. But I have no empathy for lazy, greedy owners who 'rent out' spaces to individuals that clearly are not vetted. Then act like a victim when you cant oust your vermin. Or have to call Dog the Squatter Hunter to clean up your mess. If someone is in your house, uninvited, call LEO. If you let them in, enjoy your retirement savings vaporize to Better call Saul. Don't conflate sir. You hire a 'contractor' with an AK 47 loaded and his fur baby Orca...and they injure, even a scumbag....enjoy the consequences.

Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2314003)

If you read this whole thread, you would know the term 'squatter' is ambiguous. If someone enters your home and helps himself without your permission...thats a home invasion. Do what you have e a legal right to do. But I have no empathy for lazy, greedy owners who 'rent out' spaces to individuals that clearly are not vetted. Then act like a victim when you cant oust your vermin. Or have to call Dog the Squatter Hunter to clean up your mess. If someone is in your house, uninvited, call LEO. If you let them in, enjoy your retirement savings vaporize to Better call Saul. Don't conflate sir. You hire a 'contractor' with an AK 47 loaded and his fur baby Orca...and they injure, even a scumbag....enjoy the consequences.