Illegal Eviction Tenant Rights

Summary

Landlords in California must follow legal procedures for eviction, including providing a written notice and processing through the court. Lockouts without these steps are generally illegal. Document all communications and consider reporting to authorities. You may also have a breach of contract claim if promised payment for work was not fulfilled. Consult a local attorney for guidance.

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I am a tenant who was locked out of his home by the landlord. My stuff was taken outside no 3 day notice no court process.
I'm sorry to hear that you're dealing with this situation. In California, landlords must follow specific procedures before evicting a tenant. Here are some key points:
- A landlord must provide a written notice, typically a *-day notice, for eviction.
- Eviction must be processed through the court system.
- Lockouts without following legal procedures are generally illegal.
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I have not been home since he texted me that he was gonna be there in a hr to change locks
It sounds like your landlord's actions may be illegal under California law. You might consider taking the following steps:
- Document everything: Keep all texts, notices, and evidence related to the situation.
- Contact local authorities: You could report the illegal eviction to the police.
- Consider legal action: You might want to file a lawsuit for illegal eviction.
Would you like help finding local legal assistance or more details on how to proceed legally?
Also I was there to remodel the place so he asked me too move into the home so I can be security. When we were close to finishing and was gonna ask for the money I was informed by someone else that he wasn't gonna pay me for all the work I had done that me living in the there was my payment he had agreed to pay me half the electric bill for electrical during work he was suppose to pay me for security and also pay me for my work time hours. When we were close to done he came and brought a contract for me to sign to rent the home
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