Ahhh, You’re right. That would require an eviction here too. I forget democrats know ways around decency by watching the letter of the law and using it against trusting citizens.
I think all scammers know how to use the law or court system to their advantage. And like all cons they know how to make someone fall for their approach. In deciding what scam or con to pull they also weigh the risks. One big factor is that they know if they do get caught it will cost the victim in terms of time and money with no guarantee of justice for them. Most honest working people can’t afford heavy legal expense and lengthy court battles. Even when judgment is favorable actually collecting any money is a toss up.
It really does stink.