Landlady Invading Tenant Privacy

Summary

In Ohio, landlords are required to provide reasonable notice before entering a tenants unit and must not invade a tenants privacy. Tenants can install locks with the landlords permission. If the landlord doesnt allow it, tenants may consider legal action for invasion of privacy. Its recommended to consult with a local attorney for advice.

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My landlady has decided that because I live under her roof that me and my finance aren't allowed privacy. She has had the door handle modified so that way it won't latch. I have woke up several times to her watching us sleep. When we are not home, she goes through our belongings and says it's her house and she can do whatever she wants. Is what she is doing legal?
What is your location? This will help me provide the most accurate information regarding tenant rights in your area.
Scioto county Ohio
What type of lease agreement do you have with your landlady?

In Ohio, landlords must respect tenants' privacy rights and cannot enter the property without reasonable notice, except in emergencies.
Month to month
In Ohio, landlords must:

- Provide reasonable notice before entering a tenant's unit.
- Not invade a tenant's privacy.

Scioto County Court: (*) *-*.
Can I legally install locks on my own for our privacy?
In Ohio, tenants can install locks with landlord's permission. It's best to communicate your concerns with your landlady first.
What if she won't allow it, even though she our bedroom door doesn't latch.
If she doesn't allow it, you may consider legal action for invasion of privacy. Consult with a local attorney for advice. Scioto County Bar Association: (*) *-*.
The phone number for the scioto county bar association did not work, and neither did the phone number for the lawyer.com.
I'm sorry for the inconvenience. You can try contacting the Ohio State Bar Association at (*) *-* or the Legal Aid Society of Columbus at (*) *-*.
I need more numbers
I apologize for the inconvenience. You can also try contacting the Ohio Legal Services at (*) *-* or the Ohio Legal Help at (*) *-*.