Breaking Lease Safely Texas

Summary

If you feel unsafe in your rental due to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault, Texas law allows you to break your lease without penalty. You must provide written notice to your landlord along with a protective or magistrates order.

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Need to break lease
Hello ****, breaking a lease in Texas can have implications. However, certain conditions allow for it:
- Unlivable conditions
- Military service
- Domestic violence
Could you provide more details about why you want to break your lease?
Feel in danger
Hello ****, sorry to hear you're feeling unsafe. In Texas, if your safety is at risk due to domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault, you may be eligible to break your lease without penalty. It's crucial to provide written notice to your landlord and a protective or magistrate's order.