No. In virtually every state, only a court can order an eviction. Lockouts, removing your belongings, or shutting off utilities to force you out are illegal "self-help" evictions.
A landlord cannot legally evict you themselves — they must go through the courts. Changing the locks, removing your possessions, or cutting off utilities to force you out are illegal self-help evictions in nearly every state, and you may be entitled to damages if a landlord does this. A lawful eviction requires proper written notice, a court filing, a hearing, and a sheriff or marshal to carry out any removal. Defects at any step can defeat the eviction.
When a landlord tries to force you out without a court order — by lockout, removing belongings, or cutting utilities. These are illegal in nearly every state.
Contact local law enforcement and legal aid. You may be entitled to regain access and recover damages for an illegal lockout.
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