How can I protect my stuff from my inconsiderate roommate? ?
I am moving out, but won’t be out for 2 more weeks. Long story short, I have an inconsiderate, disrespectful roommate and about a month and a half ago asked him to leave or else I would. This past Saturday he had a party and the next morning I found my scooter pushed over. The scooter is about 3 months old and was in perfect condition and while it’s just a scooter, still cost me over a grand. I confronted my roommate and he said he had nothing to do with it, it’s not his problem, and is disrespectful to me. So I call the police, fill out the report, and he won’t cooperate at all.
So now, legally, he’s safe. Later the same day I ask him if he’s going to fix the few things inside the apartment that got broken at the party and he agrees. Then I ask about my scooter and he says that it is outside and not his responsibility, if it was one of his guests, they can pay for the damages, if they want. At that point I tell him that he is no longer welcome to any of my possessions in the common area (I own most of the furniture and kitchen stuff) because he has no respect for my stuff. He replies with, "We’ll see."
I ended the conversation at that point because I didn’t want to lose my temper. How can I deal with this? Can I legally do anything if he continues to use my stuff without permission? I don’t want to get into any legal trouble myself but what can I do to protect my possessions?
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I agree – box up your possessions and put them in storage
Hi,
The only suggestion I have is to box up your stuff and put them in temporary storage somewhere. You can use the excuse you are moving anyway, so you wanted to get a jump on it. That’s all he needs to know. You can keep your basic needs stuff in your room….and then lock it when you are gone.