Legal Question in Juvenile Dependency in Puerto Rico
Water shut-off
Is it legal for water to be shut off to a residence that cares for a child due to late payment?
Asked on 1/08/09, 11:44 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Julio C. Alejandro
Julio C. Alejandro Serrano Attorney at Law
Re: Water shut-off
Yes, but the water utility in Puerto Rico has to observe certain rules regarding the interruption of public services. These include notice and the accummulation of more than two periods without complete payment on outstanding bills.
Julio.
Answered on 1/08/09, 1:36 pm