Rhode Island H8109 prohibits landlords from removing tenants without a court order, except in specific circumstances.

Rhode Island H8109 amends the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act to prohibit landlords from removing tenants from housing accommodations without a court order, except in specific circumstances. These include cases where the tenant has no written lease, the lease has expired, or the landlord seeks to use the property for personal occupancy. The bill also outlines exceptions for owner-occupied properties, sublets, employment-related occupancy, and other specific situations. Tenants can seek damages and attorney's fees if evicted without just cause.

Rhode Island H8109 prohibits landlords from removing tenants without a court order, except in specific circumstances.

Rhode Island H8109 amends the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act to prohibit landlords from removing tenants from housing accommodations without a court order, except in specific circumstances. These include cases where the tenant has no written lease, the lease has expired, or the landlord seeks to use the property for personal occupancy. The bill also outlines exceptions for owner-occupied properties, sublets, employment-related occupancy, and other specific situations. Tenants can seek damages and attorney's fees if evicted without just cause.