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I am planning to evict/eject my adult daughter if nothing changes.
Im wondering about the etiquette for such a court hearing.
If its at a physical court, would it be wrong for us to walk in together?
If its virtual, should we be in the same room?
Should I look at her during the hearing?
If she starts crying, should I turn away?
Once the court orders my daughter to leave, do I have a window in which to enforce that?
What if she later comes to visit and then wont leave, claiming to live here?
I cant seem to find clear answers to these questions.
As for how to behave in court: Youre a parent first and a plaintiff second.
I cant really say what the proper reaction is if she starts to cry.
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The rules for evictions vary widely by city and state.
However, I think youre focusing too much on what happens on the actual day of the proceeding.
What happens afterward is a lot more important.
If youdget an eviction judgmentagainst her, it will become part of the public record.
She could have difficulty renting a place of her own for a long time afterward as a result.
Thats not your fault, of course, especially if youve given her multiple chances.
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Im not sure what youve done up to this point.
But often, its easier to get someone out of your house when you make things a bit uncomfortable.
There are plenty of templates you could find online.
A mediator is a third party who can help you reach an agreement outside of court.
Reaching an agreement through mediation tends to be better for preserving relationships than suing a family member.
Plus, its often a cheaper alternative to court.
However, you may find that evicting your daughter really is your only option.
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Eviction ultimately may prove necessary here.
If thats the case, remember that this is your daughters choice, not yours.
If she refuses to clean up her act, shes responsible for the painful consequences that follow.
Robin Hartill is a certified financial planner and a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
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