Breaking Lease For Safety

Summary

Utah law allows tenants to break a lease if they face threats of physical harm. Tenants must provide written notice and a protective order or police report to their landlord. Rent responsibility ends after the notice date.

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Is there any law in utah prohibiting me from breaking my lease when physical harm has been threatened
In Utah, tenants may be able to legally break a lease if they're a victim of domestic violence or sexual assault. Here are some key points:
- You must provide written notice to your landlord.
- A protective order or police report is needed.
- You're not responsible for rent after the date of notice.