What if my lease does not contain a clause explicitly prohibiting illegal drug use?
Though it is important for such a clause to be in you lease, it may not be necessary. Magistrates have been known to evict for drug use even when there is no clause in the lease. However, you should include a no-drugs clause in any new leases you sign. An example of such a clause would be: Tenant, guests and invitees of either tenant or guests shall not use the premises for any unlawful purpose and shall comply fully with all applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances, including laws prohibiting the use, possession or sale of illegal drugs. Nor shall Tenant, guests and invitees of either tenant or guests use the premises in a manner offensive to others. Nor shall Tenant, guests and invitees of either tenant or guests create a nuisance by annoying, disturbing, inconveniencing or interfering with the quiet enjoyment of any other tenant or nearby resident. Tenant agrees to immediately inform Landlord and the appropriate authorities upon obtaining actual knowledge of any illeg
