Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

Landlord going to shut off utilities!

Is it legal for the landlord to shut off my cable, phone, or electricity which is included in the rent? I am not able to pay my rent for this month and received a written notice for 3-day pay or quit. I have no way of moving out in 3 days so she told me she'll shut off the electricity! HELP!


Asked on 9/20/06, 3:14 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
J. Spikes Property Law Center

Re: Landlord going to shut off utilities!

It is illegal for the landlord to shut off utilities. If you cannot pay the rent within the three-day period, she must use the judicial system to have you evicted, by filing an unlawful detainer complaint.

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Answered on 9/20/06, 4:44 pm


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