I’ve had problems with roommates on the spectrum that I rent out to who seem to think that they should ask for explanations of rules as a way of trying to argue. Normally I’d assume they’re just trying to be jerks and look for backdoor ways of arguing or “concern trolling,” but I’m open to the slim possibility that they don’t actually understand or this is their way of trying to discuss it.
They also try to argue and play lawyer games when it comes to guilt. If I see a plate in their room, they’re getting fined for eating in there. It doesn’t matter if it was someone else because they allowed it.
It occurred to me that they might genuinely not understand what is going on.
Is it a crime to ask for clarification of rules? It sounds like these people are tenants, not roommates. What is the tenant agreement you have with them? If they are following the agreement, then nothing else needs to be discussed.
If they are renting out a room, and they have left a plate in THEIR ROOM, how is that something that can be used to fine them? They are PAYING YOU, to use the room how they want. What business is it of yours, to tell them they can’t eat in their own room? This is tyrannical.
Also, are you assuming they are autistic, or do you know that as a fact?