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California Tenant Rights Demand Letters

Templates and guides for California tenants asserting their rights, including habitability and repairs, illegal lockouts, relocation assistance, rent control violations, and security deposit return. Each template includes California-specific provisions where applicable.

California Tenant Rights Templates

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Habitability & Repairs
Uninhabitable conditions like no heat, no hot water, mold, pests, or broken appliances. Cites Civil Code 1941-1942.5 warranty of habitability.
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Illegal Lockout
Landlord changed your locks or shut off utilities? That's illegal in California. Civil Code 789.3 means $100/day minimum plus actual damages and attorney fees.
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Relocation Assistance
Facing a no-fault eviction, Ellis Act withdrawal, or owner move-in? You may be entitled to relocation assistance under AB 1482, LA RSO, SF, and Oakland buyout rules.
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Rent Control Violations
Landlord raised rent above the legal limit? For AB 1482 Tenant Protection Act violations and local rent control. Get rent rolled back and recover overpayments.
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Security Deposit Return
Landlord hasn't returned your deposit within 21 days? Bad-faith retention may support statutory damages of up to twice the deposit plus actual damages under Civ. Code 1950.5(m).

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Disclaimer: These templates and this page are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Using a template does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and every situation is different. For advice on your specific matter, consult a licensed attorney.