No, that is generally not permissible. A Landlord cannot threaten to takeaway or actually takeaway basic utilities. Here is a handy link to the...

On the one hand, it doesn't sound like he has any tenancy rights. Am I correct that there wasn't an agreement to pay rent? On the other hand,...

Counsel is absolutely correct. They will set a default date, it will probably be done electronically (ie via zoom). Good luck!

I agree with Counsel. A rent escrow would appear to be the right move here.

I agree with Counsel. If you know where she is right now and the amounts are large, filing suit now has a lot of advantages. Alternatively, you...

That would depend on what your lease says. If it says that it's a non-smoking premises and you smoked there, it doesn't matter if they charged you...

I agree with Counsel. Sounds like a wrongful detainer action is exactly what you need to do.

You will need to file a warrant of restitution. Then, after that is signed off on by a judge, you will arrange with the Sheriff's office to...

No, that is not kosher, as they say. If they want to move back in, they need to have you leave first (unless they are occupying a portion not...

I agree with Counsel. He has no legal right to be there, beyond what could be termed "guest rights". So, tell him to leave and if he refuses, file...