Iowa Code § 562A.26 - Tenant’s remedies for landlord’s unlawful ouster, exclusion, or diminution of service — United States — Iowa law | Esheria

Iowa Code § 562A.26 - Tenant’s remedies for landlord’s unlawful ouster, exclusion, or diminution of service

If a landlord unlawfully locks out a tenant or cuts essential services, the tenant may recover possession or end the lease and recover damages and attorney fees. If the lease ends, the landlord must return prepaid rent and security.

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rental remedies service interruption tenant remedies

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