Illegal Eviction Tenant Rights

Summary

Landlords in Michigan must follow legal procedures for eviction, including providing a 30-day written notice for month-to-month tenants. If a landlord attempts to evict a tenant without a court order or proper notice, it is considered illegal. Tenants can report such actions to local authorities or seek help from legal aid services. Even without a lease, tenants have rights and should be informed about the legal requirements landlords must follow. If landlords are unresponsive or fail to provide written notice, tenants should consult local legal aid services or the Michigan State Bar for assistance.

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Danielle Copley
Hello Danielle Copley, nice to meet you. Could you please describe the legal issue you are facing?
My roommate moved out 3 months ago and the house was being sold the new owner never contacted me and I have the utilities on in my name here and the matinence crew is here to remove me from the property and they already took everything I own last time they were here and I was not home
Did you have a lease agreement with the previous owner or your roommate?
Previous owner
What was the duration of your lease agreement with the previous owner and when did it end?
12 months and not until January
Did you receive any formal eviction notice from the new owner or any legal entity?
No
Did the new owner or anyone else provide you with any written or verbal notice about the change in ownership or your need to vacate the property?
No
Based on your responses, it seems like you might have been illegally evicted. In Ohio:

- Landlords must provide a *-day notice to vacate before filing an eviction lawsuit.
- Landlords cannot remove tenants without a court order.

Please contact your local court for further assistance.