Illegal Lockout Tenant Rights

Summary

Landlords cannot lock tenants out without a court order or threaten them. The statute of limitations for fair housing claims in Tennessee is one year. For legal aid in South Florida, contact Legal Aid Service of Broward County or Brevard County Legal Aid. For social services in Brevard County, contact Brevard County Human Services Department. National Housing Law Project can provide general guidance on tenants rights. Prioritize tasks and take breaks to manage stress.

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I was illegally threatnened and locked out of my rental home in west tn while taken out of state driven by my dad i hadnt seen in 9 years for a supposed vacation landlord hasnt been reachBble
Hello Charissa, I'm sorry to hear about your situation.
Florida law doesn't directly apply here since the property is in Tennessee. However, generally:
- Landlords cannot lock tenants out without a court order.
- They shouldn't threaten you.
You may want to consult with a Tennessee attorney. Would you like assistance finding one?
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Hello Charissa. I understand your situation. As you're low income and disabled, you may be eligible for free or low-cost legal aid in Tennessee. Would you like help finding resources for this?
and i, surrently low income have very little and disabled physically with no current income
I understand your situation, Charissa. In Tennessee, you may be eligible for legal aid services. Would you like information on how to contact a legal aid organization in Tennessee?
i have tried to contact west tn legal aide with no response and i have no vehicle i also am in s florida and have no way back my dad has also taken away money to hire a private proper counsel.im alone and vulnerable what can u do to help advise me becase ive tried alot of avenues and with dead ends
I'm truly sorry to hear about your situation, Charissa. Let's try to figure this out:
- You could reach out to Florida's legal aid organizations for advice or assistance. They may be able to guide you despite the issue being out-of-state.
- You might also consider contacting the Tennessee Bar Association as they might have resources for individuals in your situation.
- For immediate help, consider reaching out to local social services agencies or shelters in South Florida. They can provide temporary assistance while you address your legal issues.
okay i went into too much ,for tn fair housing what is the statute for me to handle my fair housing claim i read its a year,also do u have the s florida legal aide number
The statute of limitations for fair housing claims in Tennessee is indeed one year. For legal aid in South Florida, try reaching out to Legal Aid Service of Broward County:
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.legalaid.org/broward/
im in brevard co fl
For Brevard County, you can contact Brevard County Legal Aid:
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.brevardcountylegalaid.org
okay thank you,this is the problem i went into too much that didnt apply with my fair housing rights i knew i was right its a year.one thing at a time,im very stressed and overwhelmed,are you a paralegal
I'm an AI developed to provide general legal information. While I can't provide legal advice, I'm here to guide you. Please reach out to Brevard County Legal Aid for further help. Remember, you're not alone.
ok so you answered my question.do u have social service number for brevard county fl
Certainly, for social services in Brevard County, you can contact Brevard County Human Services Department:
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.brevardfl.gov/HumanServices/Home
everyone is on lunch now.
I understand, Charissa. Office hours may vary. I recommend trying again later. In the meantime, if you have any more questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to ask.
i feel this has just frustrated me,i appreciate ur assistance though.this is a law advise site and i appreciate u gave me the number to the last recourse.however what is your advise on time management\
I'm sorry to hear you're feeling frustrated, Charissa. When dealing with legal issues, it's important to prioritize tasks. Make a list of what needs doing, like contacting legal aid and social services. Set aside specific time to handle each task, and take breaks to avoid becoming overwhelmed.
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You're welcome, Charissa. Remember, it's important to take one step at a time. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions or need additional information. Best of luck with your situation.
because i was going into so much to take a step back to the main thing i got on here for and forget the rest right now im aware that lamdlords cant threaten and illegally lock me out its been overa month tryin to reach my landlord with no response what do u suggest to remedya non responsive or compliant landlord in htis situation
You may want to send a certified letter detailing the issues. If there's no response, consider contacting a tenant's rights organization or filing a complaint with Florida's Division of Consumer Services. Legal aid can guide you further.
will they in fl do that for tn
Yes, Florida's legal aid can guide you on how to handle a Tennessee issue. They can't represent you in Tennessee, but they can provide advice and potentially refer you to Tennessee resources.
ok i thought that was the case w out of state which is a problem,i honestly just dont know how to deal with all this
I understand your frustration, Charissa. Dealing with legal issues can be overwhelming, especially when you're dealing with them across state lines. It may be beneficial to seek advice from national tenants' rights organizations. They can provide guidance on how to handle this situation.
do u have national tenants rights info
You might find National Housing Law Project useful. They provide guidance on tenants' rights:
Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.nhlp.org
Remember, they provide general guidance and not legal advice.
this is not the help i was looking for lot of waste of my time but thanks for * numners a
I'm sorry to hear that you're not satisfied, Charissa. I understand this is a difficult time for you. Remember, the numbers provided are resources designed to help in situations like yours. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need further assistance.
wehn moreoverwhelmed and stressed time management to prioritise one step a ttime and take a break i wanted to say thank you for that,
You're very welcome, Charissa! I understand that legal issues can be stressful. Remember to take things one step at a time. Is there any other legal information you need help with in Florida?
not on that but when i feel rushed and pressured like now how to handle it stop and breathe
It seems like you're feeling quite overwhelmed. It's important to take care of your mental health during stressful times. You might want to reach out to a mental health professional or a counselor who can provide strategies to cope with stress.
that isnt what im saying or to do with the above on time mangement im ok and just frustrated
I understand how frustrating legal matters can be. Do you have any other legal questions or is there something specific about your situation in Florida that you'd like guidance on?
not at this time ,i was wanting to just say ty ur trying to assist and ur recouces you provided
You're very welcome! I'm glad I could assist you. If you have any more legal queries in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Take care!
thank u
You're welcome! Don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions in the future. Take care!