The highly-publicized, recent New York case involving the eviction of 30-year-old Michael Rotondo by his parents made Mr. Rotondo a viral sensation and a graphic illustration of an increasing trend across the country – adult children who overstay their welcomes. As reported by National Public Radio, a 2016 Pew research study showed that for the first time in 130 years more Americans aged 18 to 34 are living with their parents than in any other living arrangement. Unfortunately, for many families the question then becomes, “how can you throw the bum out?” In the Rotondo case it took several months and legal action. After a six-month period in which they repeatedly notified their son in writing and orally of their request for him to vacate their home, Christina and Mark Rotondo were forced to file a formal eviction proceeding in New York court. While the judge sided with Mr. and Mrs. Rotondo, the process was long and expensive. Unlike New York, Arizona does not have any eviction laws that deal specifically with family members or children. Given the refusal of most local law enforcement agencies to take any action without a court order, the most prudent course of action for parents in Arizona is to treat the recalcitrant offspring as a “squatter.” Consequently, the necessary steps to have them legally evicted must be taken as more specifically set forth in the linked article: “Squatter on the Premises – What Now?” that first appeared in our Summer 2015 Newsletter. http://tucsonazrealestateattorneys.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/MMBM-Newsletter-Summer.pdf