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Can a landlord post a rent increase to a tenant who is in legal for eviction?
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∙ 13y ago
Landlord and tenant laws vary from state to state. Generally, if the lease has expired or one does not exist, a landlord may raise rent. If they are evicting the tenant for lack of rent payment or another violation of the lease, raising the rent at that time more than likely can be fought. A judge would consider that retaliation and would not award a landlord the excess to support a rate increase.
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Can a landlord change locks for abandonment even if the tenant hasn't moved out of rental?
No, a landlord cannot change the locks for abandonment if the tenant has not moved out of the rental property. Changing locks without proper legal process could be considered an illegal eviction and may expose the landlord to legal consequences.
What rights does a tenant have in an unlawful self help eviction by the landlord that led to great bodily harm and disability of the tenant that now faces lawful eviction and needs more time?
We have three different issues here: an illegal eviction, which appears to have been resolved; an allegation that the illegal eviction has resulted in great bodily harm and disability by the landlord; and that now the tenant needs more time (for what? I presume to find another dwelling). It appears that the illegal eviction has been resolved, or the tenant would not be living on the property now and need more time. So this issue is cleared. Next, the tenant claims that during the illegal eviction the landlord has caused great bodily harm and disability to the tenant. This is an issue that needs to go to civil court for remedy. Now, the tenant states he needs more time - I presume time to find another place, now that a legal eviction process has begun. If the eviction process has begun due to lack of payment, there is no time that the court will give you to remedy this situation: you must follow the court's procedures in answering this eviction. In Florida, this means that the tenant will have to pay to the clerk of your court the amount of money the landlord claims the tenant owes them, in order to secure a court date. If the pending process result in a new month, the tenant will have to continue to pay the clerk's office the money that the tenant would've had to pay the landlord. If landlord wins the eviction, they will receive that money minus 14%.
Is it illegal to change the locks of a rental property without notifying the tenant?
I can only answer for Massachusetts, but I think you can. The landlord has a right of entry, but he should get the permission of tenant, and the tenant has a right to be there at the time. If the landlord needs to get in during an emergency, perhaps he should be calling the police.
What is the definition of eviction?
Eviction occurs when a landlord files a legal suit against a tenant to force them to vacate the property. The landlord cannot actually perform the eviction, he or she must go to court, win, and have the Sheriff carry out the eviction order. Eviction usually happens as a result of nonpayment of rent, or can occur when other conditions of a lease are broken such as failing to keep the premises in a clean and sanitary condition.
Is it legal for a landlord to lock you out without an eviction notice in Minnesota?
It is illegal for a landlord to deny access or prevent access to a tenant without having formally completed a legal eviction process. The tenant should contact local law enforcement for help with accessing their property if they are denied access illegally. If the court agrees with the tenant, it will order a law enforcement officer to help the tenant get back in. If the court decides that the landlord knew (or should have known) that the lockout or other exclusion was unlawful, the court may order the landlord to pay the tenant up to triple damages or $500, whichever is greater, plus reasonable attorney's fees. Minn. Stat. 504.225 (1992)
Under what conditions can a landlord lock out a tenant?
Probably. A landlord has no right to enter without the tenant's permission, and being in the unit without the tenant present - even with the tenant's permission - is usually a bad idea. Therefore, if only the tenant has a key, the landlord is actually protecting himself from some liability. If the tenant changes the locks, he should save the original lockset, and put it back when he leaves.
Who evicts people?
The landlord will evict the people also called tenants. The eviction service is carried on between landlords and tenants in a legal manner. So if there is any problem occurs regarding money then the landlord will evict but he has to follow some rules and give some notice time to the tenant. I got this idea from the Eviction Services of Rocket Eviction. Thanks.
How many days does a rental tenant have before eviction from apartment in Florida?
In Florida, a landlord typically must provide a tenant with a written notice of lease termination, giving them 3 days to either pay rent or address other lease violations. If the tenant fails to comply, the landlord can initiate legal proceedings to evict the tenant. However, the exact timeline can vary depending on the circumstances and the terms of the lease agreement.
What has the author Frances W H Kuchler written?
Frances W. H. Kuchler has written: 'Landlord, tenant, and co-op housing' -- subject(s): Landlord and tenant 'Legal Almanac Series, 1951-1988 (Legal Almanac Series: No. 12)' 'Landlord and tenant' -- subject(s): Landlord and tenant
In legal terms what is it called when the owner attempts to force the tenant out?
It is an eviction.
Is it legal for a landlord to video tape a tenant in Florida?
NO
In Michigan if your renting a room from someone and paying them rent can they legally kick you out in the streets?
In Michigan, a landlord must follow proper eviction procedures to legally remove a tenant from a rented room, regardless of verbal agreements or being a month-to-month tenant. It is illegal for a landlord to evict a tenant without a court order. If you are facing eviction, seek legal advice or assistance from local tenant advocacy groups.
