Q: My landlord keeps putting signs up all over the outside of the property with my full name saying I live there. Can he?
I have asked him in writing to stop. He says it’s hus property & he’ll call the police if I take them down. Is this landlord harassment & how can I stop him?
Edit: having my full name & address posted outside the house makes me feel physically unsafe -there’s also the fear of identity theft
A: It may be his part of the property (assuming you don't lease the entire premises), but that doesn't mean he can publicize your name and address against your will/without your consent. If he calls the police, they most likely would take one look at the sign you took down, and side with you. You could hire an attorney to send him a letter and/or file suit against him for invasion of privacy or a lease-based claim (quiet enjoyment or trespass, perhaps).
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