Can landlord change the locks if tenant is behind on the rent?
Full Question:
Tenant is extremely behind in rent payments. Landlord has decided to change the locks on Tenant's apartment. Can Landlord legally lock Tenant out of the apartment?
01/05/2007 |
Category: Landlord Tenant |
State: Alabama |
#166
Answer:
In most jurisdictions, the law prohibits landlords from changing locks, adding new locks, or otherwise making it impossible for the tenant to use the normal locks and keys. Even if a tenant is behind in rent, such lockouts are illegal.
