Illegal Lockout Tenant Rights

Summary

In Missouri, a landlord cannot change the locks or remove a tenants belongings without a court order. Steps to take include filing a police report for illegal eviction, consulting a local attorney, and filing a lawsuit for damages.

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My landlord changed my locks and took all of my things when I was never even evicted
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Can you please tell me where you're located so I can provide relevant information about your landlord's actions?
Festus missouri
Hello ****. In Missouri, a landlord cannot change the locks or remove a tenant's belongings without a court order. Here are the steps you can take:
*. File a police report for illegal eviction.
*. Consult a local attorney.
*. File a lawsuit for damages.
K. Thank you
You're welcome, ****. If you need further assistance or have more questions, feel free to ask. Best of luck with your situation.