Is it possible to change the locks on a residence where my wife and I have lived after she has moved all of her personal items out of the house?
Question Details: We do not own or have our names on the property. Can the owner change the locks and no key be given to her. The reason mostly is there was a 42 inch flat screen TV that she had won from a drawing, during which time we were splitting the bills equally. She was not able make some of the payments and an agreement was made in lieu of the money owed the TV would become mine. She agreed to this. She has since now come and gotten the TV and I don't want her taking anything else, as what is left is either mine or community property.
If the home was the marital residence - wether or not it is owned by you - then the rule is that you can not change the locks unless there is an agreement between you that you will have exclusive occupancy or a court grants you exclusive occupancy. Seek legal help. Good luck.
