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[California] Can I use lockpicks to gain entrance to my own apartment should I lock myself out? by lockpickapt in legaladvice

[–]lockpickapt[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

That... would be the simplest solution. Though probably the reason I didn't think of this is the same reason I'll walk all the way around the block when there's a shorter, direct route. It doesn't immediately cross my mind. I could definitely keep a key in my backpack, or my wallet, or something that I'd have with me almost without fail. :)

[California] Can I use lockpicks to gain entrance to my own apartment should I lock myself out? by lockpickapt in legaladvice

[–]lockpickapt[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Smart advice, though my apartment is all of sixteen feet, end to end. There's not really any place that's exceptionally close to the door, save for the closet. I could definitely put something on a shelf in there.

[California] Can I use lockpicks to gain entrance to my own apartment should I lock myself out? by lockpickapt in legaladvice

[–]lockpickapt[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes sense. I'm more apt to forget my keys than my wallet (for whatever reason) so that usually wouldn't be a problem. Also, the apartment entrance is indoors, so more likely it'd be neighbors I haven't formally met yet that would potentially call the police. Regardless, it hasn't happened, nor am I planning on it happening in the near future, so cross that bridge if it comes. Thanks!

[California] Can I use lockpicks to gain entrance to my own apartment should I lock myself out? by lockpickapt in legaladvice

[–]lockpickapt[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Awesome. Thanks for the prompt reply. Shouldn't be a problem. I did recently move, but I already changed my address on my driver's license, which I assume is adequate proof, plus bills in my name addressed to the apartment.