Landlords cannot evict tenants without giving notice as required under various tenancy laws, which include the Property Transfer Act of 1882 and state-specific rent control laws. Section 106 of the Property Transfer Act 1882, states that the landlords must give written notice to tenants before terminating a lease. The notice period is generally 15 to 30 days, depending on the terms of the lease and applicable state law. This notice should clearly state the reasons for the eviction by allowing the tenant to resolve the issue or move out of the premises within a specified period. If a landlord attempts to evict a tenant without following these legal steps, it will be considered an illegal eviction. The tenant has the right to challenge such proceedings in court. Homeowners who do not follow the due process may face legal consequences, including fines or orders to return the tenant.
This includes landlords’ self-help measures, such as forcibly evicting tenants or cutting off utilities. It is considered illegal and may lead to criminal charges.
