State-by-State Chart of Landlord and Tenant Laws
By FindLaw Staff | Legally reviewed by Chris Meyers, Esq. | Last reviewed December 14, 2021
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Landlord-tenant laws vary from state to state. Every state has landlord and tenant laws designed to govern the rights and obligations of each party. These laws regulate important aspects of the landlord-tenant relationship, such as the right to evict a tenant and rental and lease agreements. The list contains some of the most important statutes in each state.
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