Key Distribution In Apartments

Summary

Mississippi law doesnt specify key distribution rules. Named tenants paying rent should typically receive a key. Check your lease agreement for specific rules. If unspecified, discuss with your landlord or seek legal advice. Contact the Mississippi Bar for free legal advice at (601) 948-4471.

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Is it illegal in the state of mississippi for an apartment complex to not give an entry key to each named person on the lease
What is the reason given by the apartment complex for not providing an entry key to each named person on the lease?
because we are in a one bedroom apartment
What is the maximum occupancy limit for a one-bedroom apartment in your complex, as stated in your lease agreement?

General Information:
- Mississippi law doesn't specify key distribution rules.
- Lease agreements usually detail key distribution and occupancy limits.
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General Information:
- Mississippi law doesn't limit occupancy to less than * in a one-bedroom apartment.
- Contact your local court for further assistance: Hinds County Court, * E Pascagoula St, Jackson, MS *, (*) *-*.
if i’m paying half of rent shouldn’t i recieve a key too as a resident
Yes, typically if you're a named tenant and paying rent, you should receive a key. Check your lease agreement for any specific rules about key distribution.
it doesn’t specify
In that case, you may want to discuss this issue with your landlord or consider seeking legal advice. The Mississippi Bar offers a free legal advice hotline: (*) *-*.