If my husband walked out on us and left his key, do I have to let him back in?
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If my husband walked out on us and left his key, do I have to let him back in?
Asked on May 21, 2012 under Family Law, Virginia
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for the situation. If the home is the marital home then he has a right to enter unless there is an agreement or a court order giving you exclusive occupancy. Given the facts you state here I would go and seek help to give you the right to have exclusive occupancy and then change the locks. Good luck.
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