Harris County Precinct 2 Constable Jerry Garcia sheds light on a new strategy to handle squatters, emphasizing community involvement and precise terminology.
– Property owners across the Houston area and beyond often fear that an unwanted guest could move into their vacant home, refuse to leave, and eventually claim ownership.
“We don’t like the term ‘squatters’ because it’s overly used and often misapplied,” Garcia explained. “In many cases, they’re not truly squatters, but people are quick to label them as such because it’s a familiar term.”Garcia outlined the protocol his office follows when they receive calls about potential squatters.
“Neighbors are very important in dealing with squatters. We always advise them to call us as soon as they see someone move into an abandoned home,” Garcia noted. “The longer they’re there, the harder it is to remove them. People shouldn’t have to live in fear, unable to go outside or let their kids play because of unfamiliar individuals moving in and out of a nearby property. Usually, these situations involve drugs, prostitution, and other negative activities.
“These aren’t the kind of people you want living next to you. They tend to be lawbreakers, drug users, and sometimes even more dangerous individuals,” he said.“Legislators have heard our pleas and those of our citizens. They understand it’s a significant problem, and they’re working on it,” he said. “I’m confident they will make the necessary changes to help us protect our communities.”
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