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Lockouts & Utility Shut-offs
(Sec. 5321.15, Ohio Revised Code)
The landlord may not move a tenant's furniture from his apartment, lock him out, or threaten any unlawful act including utility shut-off to get him to move. If this happens, the tenant may recover all damages and reasonable attorney fees. The landlord can only evict and seize tenant's property after proceeding with a court hearing and obtaining a lawful court order.
