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Can my utilities be turned off? What are some things that a landlord cannot do?
Brian Korte • May 25, 2021
Can my utilities be turned off? What are some things that a landlord cannot do?
No, it is illegal for your landlord to try to evict you without filing a lawsuit. Florida law says that a landlord is not allowed to try to force the tenant to move out, even if the tenant has not paid rent, without a court order.
This means your landlord cannot:
- Turn off your utilities;
- Change or remove your locks or doors;
- Remove your personal property; or
- Otherwise restrict access to your home.
Such actions are called prohibited practices, and if your landlord does any of these things, you should contact the police.
If your landlord attempts to illegally evict you by force or through a prohibited practice, you can sue your landlord. You may be able to get the landlord to pay for your actual damages or 3 months’ rent, whichever is larger.
