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I am going to court next week and am representing myself over a matter about my lease. I had a 6 month lease at a apt complex in kettering OH. I had put my notice in for the 17th of April because I had moved in the 17th of Oct. Everything had been prorated in Oct. The manager sent me a note saying that I had to pay the full months rent, and that my lease was up on the 30th. Rewrote the notice for the 30th of April. Thought to myself, great that will give me a little more time to move. Had left all the clothes in my closet, some cleaning products, and a chair in the apt. Went back on the 27th of April to get my clothes, finish up cleaning and turn in my keys and the apt was empty. Went to the office, the manager stated, oh didn't you turn your keys in? I said no, I have them right here. Paid for a full months rent. Lease stated that the lease was not considered up until I had turned in my keys. Do I have a case
State/Country relating to Question: Ohio Already Tried: Sent evidence to their lawyer stating why I thought I had a case
Hello,You have an action for wrongful eviction. A landlord cannot retake leased premises without court order or your consent. I suggest that you retain local counsel to file your action. You may be entitled to your actual damages as well as punitive damages and attorney fees.
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