If my wife locked me out, how do I get my things from our rental?
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If my wife locked me out, how do I get my things from our rental?
My wife has locked me out of the condo that we rent; both names are on the lease. She allowed me to get some personal items from the garage that were basically thrown out by her. A hammer was used by her on a couple items. I just want too get the rest my items, without any trouble. What is the legal process?The police told me they don’t do escort any more.
Asked on September 30, 2010 under Family Law, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
She can not legally change the locks without a court order allowing her to do so and granting her temporary rights to occupy the marital residence. She can also not change the locks and not give the landlord the key. So I would first try and seek out the landlord to get in "peaceably." If that does not work then you could call a locksmith to get in. It would not be "against the law" in the long run but it could be quite a scene and the lock smith may not want to get involved with it. Otherwise, seek help from an attorney in your area about filing for divorce and the papers associated with it to get some leverage here. Good luck.
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