Federal Fair Housing Act: Federal law that prohibits discrimination in housing-related matters, including eviction processes, based on protected characteristics
Civil Rights Act: Federal legislation ensuring equal treatment under the law, which must be considered during any eviction process
State Adverse Possession Laws: State-specific laws determining the time period and conditions under which a squatter might claim legal right to property through adverse possession
State Eviction Procedures: State-specific legal requirements for the eviction process, including notice periods and court procedures
State Property Laws: State-specific regulations governing property rights, ownership, and landlord-tenant relationships
Municipal Codes: Local regulations regarding property occupancy and use within specific city or county jurisdictions
Notice Requirements: Legal specifications for proper notice delivery, including timing, method of service, and documentation requirements
Self-Help Eviction Restrictions: Laws prohibiting property owners from forcibly removing squatters without proper legal process
Law Enforcement Protocol: Requirements and procedures for involving law enforcement in squatter removal situations
Court Procedures: Required legal processes and documentation for filing and pursuing eviction through the court system
