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Tenant who refuses to leave: what a landlord can do

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Resumo da plataforma - validacao juridica necessaria

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Updated 21 Jul 2026

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General, indicative steps (not legal advice): 1) Notify the tenant in writing of the termination, respecting statutory notice periods. 2) If the tenant does not leave in time, seek legal advice. 3) Bring an eviction claim before the competent court, requesting return of the property. 4) NEVER change locks, cut water/power or remove belongings yourself - it is unlawful. 5) Confirm procedure, deadlines and requirements in the Official Gazette and with a lawyer. Cited legal basis (FACT, to be confirmed): Law 101/VIII/2016 of 6 January; Civil Code. Legal verification required.

This information is indicative and may be outdated. Always confirm with the competent authorities. Djarvista does not provide legal advice.