Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Florida

Does a landlord have the right to have the utilities turned off if they have been providing those services since the resident moved in?


Asked on 9/15/10, 12:55 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Paul V. Suppicich Maney, Gordon, Zeller, P.A.

Landlords do NOT have to right to shut off utilities and Florida courts do not look kindly on landlords who stoop to such measures. Do you have a valid lease? What does it say about utilities?

If you would like to further discuss your case, e-mail me at psuppicich@verizon.net or call me at (813)951-6187.

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Answered on 9/20/10, 1:39 pm


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