This is a misconception. Sexual abuse is not always about “sex”, it’s often instead about power, degredation and control, none of which even require the abuser to be capable of having sex himself. Unless you have a very intimate understanding of why and how that person offends, you can’t assume simply because he is old and may not be capable of physically having sex that he can’t sexually abuse someone else.
The link provided says that fair housing statutes do not allow you to refuse to rent for this but you can look to other interests to support that decision. Specifically this legal opinion states to find other matters like safety of minors etc and to connect with the local police to understand the offense although it was 27 years ago, it’s still most likely available to the police.
It also states the law isn’t clear and won’t be an issue unless they go to court and sue.
To me this could happen if the property remains unrented after the denial for a period of time.
If the person lies on the application you can reject and or evict summarily. So maybe make sure it’s part of the lease. Have you ever been convicted of a SO or felony Of any sort, or admitted nolo or pretrial diversion. If yes explain below.
Then check the felony and SO databases.
I would let the neighbor know, allow her the right to break her lease or reduce it for the remaining time. Offer to put in some security measures like ring doorbell and hallway cameras. Extra lighting etc.
This is so true, if it is a sex offender who creates situations by manipulation, he will never age out of that habit and style of being. I know a pervert who continued to try to be manipulative and was, thereby, offensive sexually, into his 90s and while he could not physically have sex, he was thinking about it to a super senior age!
@milee30 , my church agrees, which is why we placed the restrictions that led to his decision to leave. My remark about his age was about his physical limitations. He was clearly in denial and even grooming people to accept him. I served at an ongoing outreach ministry with this guy before I knew of his behavior, and was shocked and disgusted to learn that he had been allowed to participate. I have no desire to know why and how he offended. It is beyond vile to me.