If my renter has voided our verbal month-to-month contract and has not changed over utilities in her name, can I shut off the utilities?

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If my renter has voided our verbal month-to-month contract and has not changed over utilities in her name, can I shut off the utilities?

They are still in my name.

Asked on January 18, 2013 under Real Estate Law, Missouri

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Under the laws of all states in this countr you must not and cannot legally shut off the utilities of the rental that you have that is being occupied by your tenant. Should you do so, the tenant would have a legal action against you for constructive eviction.


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