Property Management
In Vermont, a self-help eviction (changing locks, removing belongings, turning off utilities) by a landlord is:
AAllowed if the tenant is more than 30 days behind in rent
BIllegal and may subject the landlord to damages✓ Correct
CPermitted for month-to-month tenants only
DAllowed if the lease specifically authorizes it
Explanation
Vermont law prohibits self-help evictions. Landlords must follow the legal eviction process through the courts.
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