My landlord changed the locks and disposed of my remaining belongings, is that lawful?

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My landlord changed the locks and disposed of my remaining belongings, is that lawful?

On the 30th day of my notice I returned from out of town (family emergency) to find my locks changed and after calling the landlord, who was rather inappropriate and unprofessional, informed me that he had disposed of my property that was still inside. I wanted to know if he could lawfully do this. Among the property was a functional computer monitor and a relatively new dresser with baby clothes inside.

Asked on June 12, 2009 under Real Estate Law, Kentucky

Answers:

J.V., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

no a landlord is not allowed to dispose of a persons belongings, even if they are being evicted thrown out haven't paid rent etc. If the landlord wanted to empty the apartment he had that option but had to pt your belongings in storage or somewhere that you would be able to get them

What i advise is contacting a local attorney, make a list of all the items disposed of and about the value, than explain the entire situation as far as the lease rent paid or not paid etc. At that point together you can decide how best to proceed but in short he did nt have a right to throw away your thing


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