Property Management
Self-help eviction — such as changing locks or removing a tenant's belongings — is:
APermitted in New Hampshire if the lease allows it
BIllegal in New Hampshire; landlords must use the court process✓ Correct
CPermitted for commercial properties only
DAllowed only when the tenant is more than 60 days behind on rent
Explanation
Self-help eviction is illegal in New Hampshire. Landlords must follow the statutory eviction process under RSA 540 and obtain a court order (writ of possession) before physically removing a tenant.
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