Retaliatory Eviction

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January 1, 1 7 min read Definitions

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Retaliatory eviction occurs when a landlord seeks to evict a tenant as a response to the tenant exercising their legal rights, commonly in relation to complaints about housing conditions. Such actions are prohibited in many jurisdictions to protect tenants from unfair and punitive treatment.