Property Management
In Washington, a tenant who has been a victim of domestic violence may request to have their locks changed by the landlord. Under RCW 59.18, the landlord:
AMay refuse because locks are the landlord's property
BMust change or authorize changing of locks within 3 days after receiving documentation✓ Correct
CIs not required to change locks for any reason
DMay only change locks if the abuser is not on the lease
Explanation
RCW 59.18.585 requires Washington landlords to change locks or authorize a tenant to do so within 3 days after the tenant provides documentation of being a domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking victim, for the tenant's safety.
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