Champlin, Minn., Code of Ordinances ch. 30, art. II § 30-27
Disorderly behavior at licensed dwelling units
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(a) Responsibility. It shall be the licensee's responsibility to ensure that the occupants and the guests of occupants not engage in disorderly behavior in the rental dwelling unit or in or upon structures or grounds appurtenant thereto. For the purposes of this section, the term "rental dwelling unit" shall include common areas in the building or on the grounds where the rental dwelling unit is located. (b) Disorderly behavior. For the purpose of this article, disorderly behavior includes but is not limited to the following: (1) Illegal drug-related activity. The term "illegal drug related activity" means the illegal possession, manufacture, sale, distribution, purchase, use, or possession with intent to manufacture, sell, or distribute a controlled substance (as defined in the Controlled Substance Act (21 USC 802) or possession of drug paraphernalia (Minn. Stats. § 152.092). For the purposes of this article, an occupant shall be deemed to be in possession of a controlled substance if such substance is located in the licensed dwelling unit even if the occupant does not know the controlled substance was present; (2) Acts of violence or threats of violence by occupants or guests of occupants, including but not limited to discharge of firearms, prostitution, intimidation, or any other act that threatens or jeopardizes the health, safety or welfare of others, or acts that create a reasonable belief in others that their health, safety or welfare is being threatened or jeopardized; (3) Violation of Minn. Stats. § 609.72, regarding disorderly conduct; (4) Violation of Minn. Stats. §§ 609.74 and 609.745, regarding public nuisances; (5) Violation of Minn. Stats. § 609.66, subd. 1a, 609.67 or 624.713, regarding the unlawful use or possession of a firearm or weapon; (6) Violation of Minn. Stats. § 609.50, regarding obstructing the legal process; (7) Violation of sections 34-1 -- 34-8 , regarding public nuisances; (8) Violation of sections 38-44 -- 38-48 , regarding firearms; (9) Violation of sections 38-70 and 38-1, regarding noise and unlawful lighting conditions; (10) Violation of Minn. Stats. § 609.53, regarding receiving or selling stolen property; or (11) Violation of sections 26-106 , 26-126 -- 26-134 , regarding fireworks. (12) For purposes of this article, convictions of occupants or guests of occupants for conduct described in section 30-27 is not required for enforcement of sanctions against licensees under this article. Reasonable belief by the enforcement officer that such conduct has occurred in the units or the areas appurtenant thereto shall be sufficient for such enforcement.
Champlin Code of Ordinances ch. 30, art. II § 30-27 places the responsibility for preventing disorderly behavior squarely on the holder of the rental dwelling license, not solely on the individual occupants or their guests. The provision defines disorderly behavior broadly to include illegal drug activity, acts or threats of violence, firearms violations, public nuisances, noise violations, and several other categories of conduct occurring in the unit, common areas, or surrounding grounds. Notably, a criminal conviction is not required before enforcement action can be taken against a licensee — a reasonable belief by an enforcement officer that the conduct occurred is enough to trigger sanctions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Champlin Code of Ordinances ch. 30, art. II § 30-27, compliant rental property operators generally maintain clear lease provisions that prohibit the categories of disorderly conduct listed in the ordinance and communicate those expectations to occupants at the outset of tenancy. Operators typically document incidents, respond promptly when notified of potential violations, and take appropriate steps under their lease agreements when occupants or their guests engage in the enumerated behaviors. Because enforcement can proceed on a reasonable-belief standard without a criminal conviction, operators generally keep thorough records of any incidents and their responses to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Champlin Code of Ordinances ch. 30, art. II § 30-27 is primarily directed at the landlord's licensing obligations, but tenants should be aware that the conduct of household members and guests can affect the landlord's license status and, in turn, the tenancy itself. Tenants who believe they are being unfairly implicated in enforcement actions — for example, through the provision's broad constructive-possession language for controlled substances — may wish to review the specific definitions in the ordinance and consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Champlin's rental licensing process. Understanding the full list of behaviors covered by § 30-27, including noise, firearms, and nuisance violations, can help tenants and their guests avoid situations that could trigger enforcement.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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