Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 33-1378
Removal of guest
Operative Text
A person who is a guest of a tenant who is not named on a written lease and who remains on the premises without the permission of the tenant or the landlord is not a lawful tenant and that person's presence in or on the premises does not constitute residency or tenancy. A person who knowingly remains on the premises without the permission of the tenant or the landlord may be removed by a law enforcement officer at the request of the tenant or the landlord who is entitled to possession of the premises.
Under A.R.S. § 33-1301 et seq. § 33-1378, a guest who is not named on a written lease and who remains on the premises without the permission of either the tenant or the landlord is not considered a lawful tenant, and their presence does not create any tenancy or residency rights. Such a person may be removed by a law enforcement officer when the tenant or landlord who holds the right to possession requests it. This provision draws a clear legal line between a permitted guest and an unauthorized occupant.
Plain English — not legal advice.
A.R.S. § 33-1301 et seq. § 33-1378 gives landlords a mechanism to address unauthorized occupants who are not named on the lease and who remain without permission. Compliant operators typically document lease signatories carefully, communicate clearly about guest policies, and, when an unauthorized person refuses to leave, contact law enforcement to request removal rather than attempting self-help eviction. Keeping records of who is authorized to occupy the unit supports any request made to a law enforcement officer under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under A.R.S. § 33-1301 et seq. § 33-1378, tenants have the right to request that law enforcement remove a guest who is staying on the premises without their permission, since that person holds no tenancy rights. Conversely, tenants should be aware that a landlord may also invoke this provision to remove an unauthorized occupant who is not on the lease and who lacks permission to remain. Tenants who have questions about how this provision applies to their living situation may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Arizona landlord-tenant law.
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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