Illegal Lockout Legal Steps

Summary

In California, landlords cannot change locks or move belongings without a court order. Filing a false report is a crime. Contact the Orange County Superior Court for assistance. If your landlord withholds evidence, report it to local authorities and bring any available evidence to court.

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I've been illegally locked out of my home by my landlord he has all my belongings he's filed a false report and try getting a restraining order against me which was denied won't give me back my belongings or let me back in the house I'm basically homeless right now it's freezing cold out and I'm getting sick and I have no money and I don't know when to be to court because he has all my paperwork
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. To provide you with the most accurate information, could you please tell me where you are located?
Aliso viejo california *
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Here are some general rules:
- In California, a landlord cannot change locks or move your belongings without a court order.
- Filing a false report is a crime.
You should contact your local court:

Orange County Superior Court, Lamoreaux Justice Center


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * The City Dr S, Orange, CA *
Website: www.occourts.org
I have to be in court thirsday for this and hes holding all my evidence
You have the right to demand your evidence. If your landlord refuses, this may be seen as obstruction of justice. Report this to the local authorities. For court, bring all evidence you have and explain the situation.