Property Management

A landlord who attempts to evict a tenant by changing the locks, removing the tenant's belongings, or cutting off utilities is engaged in:

AA lawful self-help eviction
BAn unlawful self-help eviction✓ Correct
CAn express lease termination
DA constructive eviction by the tenant

Explanation

Self-help evictions — taking matters into one's own hands by locking out the tenant, removing belongings, or cutting utilities — are unlawful in Louisiana. Landlords must follow the legal eviction (rule to vacate) process.

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