Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

landlord tenant law

I have a roommate who has not paid rent in 6 months. There is no rental agreement. Is it illegal to remove her belongings and change the locks on my house?


Asked on 2/09/08, 1:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert L. Bennett Law offices of Robert L. Bennett

Re: landlord tenant law

No!!!!!!!!

There is a rental agreement, but it is oral, not written. She must give a 3 day notice, then file eviction, take her to court, and evict her.

Do NOT remove belongings and change locks.

Feel free to e-mail, or call, my office if you need more.

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Answered on 2/12/08, 3:28 pm


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