Tenant Harassment Legal Options

Summary

Kati Wright is dealing with a tenant who has not paid rent, coerced her into signing a contract under duress, and harassed her. She has lost a court case due to lack of legal representation and is now facing further threats. In Franklin County, Virginia, she can seek help from the Legal Aid Society of Roanoke Valley or the Virginia Legal Aid Society for assistance with her landlord-tenant dispute and harassment issues.

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Kati Wright
Hello Kati Wright! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
Yes. I dont even know where to begin this has went on so long. I was renting my building and land out to a man who never paid me rent then he took me to a drs appointment abd
I understand that you're facing a complex situation with your tenant. Could you please provide me with more details about the issue?
Okay well when he tooke to thst drs appointment he was drinking and driving and told me i needed to write a contract to sell it to him. I tried to avoid it and just wrote what ge told me to so i could get home. Instead of taking me home he took me to his house and made me wait while they smoked meth. Then took me to hid neighbors house where i sat in the truck for an hr while they partook in their drugs. He said hed yake me jome if i signed. I was scared so i signed it. He has destroyed everuthing in my home,i caught him in my basement at 3am. Anyway we went to court but i couldnt afford a lawyer i have * kids one who is special needs so i lost thst
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Kati. It sounds like you've been through a lot. Can you please tell me which state or location this issue is taking place in?
Franklin County va.
Thank you for providing the location, Kati. In Franklin County, Virginia, the rules regarding landlord-tenant disputes and contract issues may vary. It's important to consult with a local attorney who can provide you with specific legal advice. Would you like me to help you find contact information for legal aid services in your area?
Yes. Cause he never paid for the land and i was scared when je made me write the contract i jist wanted to go home. He has sexual harrassed me. Now hes taking me back saying i kocked surveyors off the land when no surveyors showed up. Hes threatened me with jail time and as i said i have an autistic son and all he does is sell drugs out if there. Im desperate for help. I just want this man to leave me alone.
I'm sorry to hear about the harassment and threats you're facing, Kati. In Franklin County, Virginia, you may be able to seek legal assistance from the following resources:

- Legal Aid Society of Roanoke Valley: Phone: (*) *-*
- Virginia Legal Aid Society: Phone: (*) *-*

It's important to reach out to them as soon as possible to discuss your situation and explore your options.
Thank you
You're welcome, Kati. I hope the provided resources can help you with your situation. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.