Property Management
Under Illinois law, a landlord who enters a tenant's unit without notice (except in an emergency) may be liable for:
ANothing, as a landlord always has the right to enter their own property
BViolation of the tenant's right to quiet enjoyment and potentially monetary damages✓ Correct
COnly an apologetic response requirement under local law
DCriminal trespass charges only in Cook County
Explanation
Illinois law (and Chicago's RLTO) requires landlords to provide reasonable advance notice (typically 24-48 hours) before entering a tenant's unit for non-emergency purposes. Unauthorized entry violates the tenant's right to quiet enjoyment and can result in monetary damages, lease termination rights, and other remedies.
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