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My landlord is locking me out

My landlord lives in Florida but her daughter runs the house while she is away. Recently she has complained that I don't do enough around the house (mow lawn etc...) When I told her it was not my job and that I only helped when I can she became mad.In the recent days she has started to lock the outside storm door for which I have no key. What can I do? I want to at least start documenting my experiences with someone. Help!!!


Asked on 8/15/00, 5:27 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Gabrielle Mollo Gabrielle L. Mollo, P.C.

Re: My landlord is locking me out

You can file a complaint at your local precinct--do you have a lease? email me at [email protected] with more details re: your landlord tenant relationship--when did it start etc. Bottom line is --if you are the tenant, she/he cannot lock you out. There are court procedures which must be followed. It is possible that you may take your landlord to Landlord Tenant court as well--

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Answered on 9/19/00, 9:11 am


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