Oklahoma

Landlord and Tenant Problems

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This section has information about Landlord & Tenant problems Oklahoma.

• Take action to avoid eviction using the CDC order

  Watch a video HOW TO AVOID EVICTION and other resources to help act before it's too late to avoid a court record. Read More

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  Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

• CDC Eviction Moratorium Extended to July 31, 2021

  The Centers for Disease Control order declares a national moratorium on certain residential evictions for nonpayment of rent, as well as other fees or charges. The moratorium became effective on September 4, 2020 and was just extended through July 31, 2021. The moratorium applies only to tenants who meet certain requirements and provide a signed form declaration (on the previous page) to their landlords. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

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  Spanish / Español

• Eviction for non-payment of rent

  Information on eviction for non-payment of rent in a private rental situation--NOT PUBLIC HOUSING. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

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  Spanish / Español

• I am being evicted! What can i do?

  What should you do? Go to court! Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• How to Get Your Landlord to Make Repairs

  If you want your landlord to fix something, you must follow the rules set out in the law. If you fail to follow the rules carefully, you run the risk of being evicted for nonpayment of rent. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

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• Public & Subsidized Housing

  Fair Housing laws apply to every housing situation but different rules apply to public housing (government housing programs) and subsidized housing, like Section 8, either project based or vouched based, programs. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• Can My Landlord Lock Me Out?

  Probably not - when you rent a home, you have the right to possession of the entire residence. It is illegal for your landlord to keep you from possessing the home by locking you out unless you have been evicted. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

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  Spanish / Español

• Getting Your Security Deposit Back

  This information provides a brief overview of what to do if your landlord won't give you your security deposit back when you move out. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

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• Landlord & Tenant - Rights and Duties

  Overview of landlord and tenant law in Oklahoma. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

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• Disaster Assistance from HUD

  HUD will provide support to homeowners and low-income renters forced from their homes due to tornadoes and severe storms. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• What Are Your Rights and Duties As a Tenant?

  FAQ provided by the Oklahoma Bar Association. Content Detail

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  Oklahoma Bar Association

• Can A Landlord Keep Your Security Deposit?

  General Information on whether a landlord can keep your security deposit. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

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  Spanish / Español

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• What Are Your Rights As a Landlord?

  Frequently asked questions on being a landlord. Content Detail

  By:

  Oklahoma Bar Association

• Before you sign a lease or rental agreement (video)

  Before you sign a lease or rental agreement take a look around and note any damages. Read More

  By:

  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• Forcible Entry and Detainer Act

  Oklahoma Statutes, Title 12, Forcible Entry and Detainer Act. Read More

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  Oklahoma State Courts Network