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    Can a landlord disconnect utilities to force a payment?

    Ali Faizan Syed1 min read0 viewsUpdated 1/2/2026
    It is strictly illegal for a landlord to disconnect services�such as water or electricity�from a unit or to disturb the tenant's use of the property in any way. If a landlord takes such action to force a payment or an eviction, the tenant can seek immediate remedy from the local police station. Additionally, the tenant can file a claim at the RDSC for compensation for any damages sustained, using police reports as official evidence of the landlord's illegal disturbance and breach of their fundamental obligations.

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