Landlord changed the locks on you?

Lockouts, utility shutoffs, and removing your belongings are illegal 'self-help' evictions almost everywhere. Paste any notice you got for a read.

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Only a court can evict

A landlord must give proper notice and go through a court process; a sheriff — not the landlord — carries out a legal eviction. Locking you out yourself is illegal.

What to do

Document everything (photos, messages), know it's likely illegal, and contact local legal aid or tenant services right away. You may have a claim against the landlord.

FAQ

Can a landlord lock me out without a court order?

No. Self-help lockouts and utility shutoffs are illegal in most places. Only a court-ordered eviction enforced by a sheriff can remove you.