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What Does The Landlord Tenant Law Mean?

The state laws that govern the relationship between a landlord and a tenant are collectively called “the landlord tenant law.” If you’re renting an apartment or other residence, the landlord tenant law will specify what you can and can’t do, how you can and can’t go about resolving disputes with your landlord, and what your rights and obligations are as a tenant. If you violate the landlord tenant law, you could be evicted from your residence. The landlord tenant law also applies if you’re renting a room in a house or other private residence. It applies to hotels, motels and other places that rent out short-term lodging. In some states, however, the law applies to different types of rental arrangements.