Landlord Harassment Legal Steps

Summary

Repeated unauthorized entries by a landlord can be distressing and may constitute harassment. Document all incidents, report them to the police, and seek legal advice. You may need to obtain a protection order or contact the housing tribunal for further assistance. Consider consulting with a local attorney to explore your legal options and protect your rights.

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Salomi
Hi Salomi! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
What can I do if my landlord come with a court order to access the property, as we have been evicted and have until the * November time to vacate the property, and we are in and out looking for a place as well as work.
Hey Salomi! In Gauteng, if your landlord has a court order to access the property, they are legally allowed to do so. Here's what you can consider:
- Verify the court order to ensure it's valid.
- Communicate with your landlord about accessing the property during your search for a new place.
- Seek advice from a local legal aid service if needed.
Is there any specific detail or further help you need with this situation?
Yes, he is not following the rules, first time him and his brother jumped over the wall from the neighbour, second time he accesed the property without prior arrangement came into the house took photos of my daughter and her friend, and ask all kinds of questions, third time he cut the gate lip lift gates from the hinges, left everything like that an go, about * weeks ago he came here and my son fought him peeping at the gate and taking photos again. Saturday he and his brother cut the gate lock again and enter the property. We have no power so no alarm and this is not welcome at all
That sounds like a very distressing situation, Salomi. Here are some steps you can consider:
- Report to Police: Report the unauthorized entries and any harassment to the local police.
- Document Everything: Keep detailed records of all incidents, including dates, times, and descriptions.
- Legal Advice: Consult with a local lawyer or legal aid service for guidance on protecting your rights and potentially obtaining a restraining order.
Do you need help finding local legal aid services in Gauteng?
I went to the police they send me to the court to get a protection order, the court say I must go to the housing tribunal
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It seems like you have a strong case, especially with the repeated unauthorized entries and harassment. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
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It seems like this is a high-value case due to the repeated unauthorized entries and harassment. Let's proceed to gather some essential information so I can connect you with local lawyers who can assist you:
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It looks like everything is in place for Salomi to get the legal assistance she needs. A lawyer should be reaching out to her shortly to help resolve the issue with her landlord. If there's anything else you need assistance with, feel free to ask!
Thank you
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It appears that Salomi has a strong case due to the repeated unauthorized entries and harassment by the landlord. This situation is serious and warrants legal intervention. A lawyer should be reaching out to assist her with her issues. If there's anything else you need assistance with, feel free to ask!