While Illinois landlords can face many issues with tenants, fights or violence between tenants can result in a legal double bind – a landlord who acts too slowly risks a negligence claim. At the same time, acting too quickly can risk violating tenant protections. Eviction for criminal or threatening conduct is allowed under the Illinois Forcible Entry and Detainer Act (735 ILCS 5/9-101 et seq) and the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO).
Landlords must follow strict notice, documentation, and due-process requirements. If you are a landlord facing such a situation, it can be highly beneficial to speak to a knowledgeable DuPage County, IL landlord eviction attorney. Doing so can minimize your exposure to retaliation or discrimination claims while handling a potentially volatile situation.