What can I do if I suspect my neighbors are selling illegal drugs from their home?
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The first approach to any suspicions a homeowner has regarding illegal activity in the neighborhood should be a call to the law enforcement. If the response is not satisfactory, persistence is often effective.
One idea to help document the activity for the law enforcement officiers is to keep a journal of all activity you witness. The cumulation and pattern of activity may be helpful to them. The homeowner would provide a copy of the journal for the police.
If the neighborhood has protective covenants, the homeowner's association could review its rules and then proceed with its own remedies for violation of the covenants.
Also, many neighbors will join forces by creating a neighborhood watch designed to monitor illicit behavior.
One final idea would be to approach the local elected officials and solicit their assistance. Many times, the mayor's office will be happy to get involved. Also, there may be a city ordinance that can be enforced by the zoning or building department. The mayor's office would be more familiar with it.