What A Commercial Landlord Can Not Do When Evicting A Tenant in California?
In California, a commercial landlord cannot prevent a tenant from accessing the site, remove outside doors and windows, cut off utilities, or remove the tenant's personal property during an eviction. Additionally, landlords cannot physically evict a tenant themselves; only a sheriff's office with a judgment for possession can perform a legal commercial lockout. Engaging in these actions is considered an illegal "self-help" eviction and can result in the landlord being held liable for damages. On behalf of Thaler Law A tenant that doesn’t pay rent or ignores terms of the lease can be very frustrating for a landlord. Not only might it mean a significant blow to their income, but it can even affect the overall health of the property.