Salon Lockout Legal Rights

Summary

In Ohio, commercial landlords generally cannot lock out tenants without a court order. The absence of a written contract might complicate things. Its advisable to consult with a local real estate attorney, document every communication with the landlord, and consider contacting local law enforcement if necessary.

Full Conversation

Mower
Given that you're in Mower County, Minnesota:
- Process service can be done by any authorized person, not necessarily a sheriff.
- However, if you use a sheriff, it should ideally be from the county where the individual lives/works.
.
That's correct. If you wish to use the sheriff's office for service of process, they will usually operate within their own jurisdiction. For any more legal queries, feel free to ask.
.
It seems like you understand the process now. If you have any other questions related to this or any other legal matter, please don't hesitate to ask.
Ok thank you.
Great! If you have any other legal queries in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help.
Renee
Hello Renee, how can I assist you today with your legal needs?
I rent a space in a salon for * yrs no contract or agreement I paid daily on days I work I received a text this morning that she has changed to locks on the doors and if I want my stuff to make a appointment with her to pick it up I had a full day of clients is she aloud to do that ?
Hello Renee, could you please tell me your location so I can provide you with more accurate information?
Ohio
Hello Renee,
In Ohio, commercial landlords generally cannot lock out a tenant without a court order. However, the absence of a written contract might complicate things. It's advisable to:
*. Consult with a local real estate attorney.
*. Document every communication with the landlord.
*. Consider contacting local law enforcement if necessary.
Okay thank you
You're welcome, Renee. If you have any other questions or need further clarification, please don't hesitate to ask. I'm here to help!