[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Notice of Unlawful Self-Help Possession Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a serious matter regarding your recent actions related to the property I am currently renting from you at [Rental Property Address]. I believe you have engaged in unlawful self-help in an attempt to obtain possession of the property. This action is in violation of the landlord-tenant laws of the state of New Hampshire and is causing me significant distress and inconvenience. According to New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated (RSA) Title XXVII, Chapter 540, Section 540:13, a landlord must follow proper legal procedures, such as filing an eviction lawsuit, in order to lawfully regain possession of a rental property. Engaging in self-help measures is strictly prohibited and can result in legal consequences for the landlord. Specifically, on [date(s)], I have observed the following actions being taken by you, all of which constitute unlawful self-help: 1. [Describe the first instance of unlawful self-help in detail, providing dates, times, and any supporting evidence if available]. 2. [Describe the second instance of unlawful self-help in detail, providing dates, times, and any supporting evidence if available]. 3. [Describe any other instances of unlawful self-help, providing dates, times, and any supporting evidence if available]. These actions have left me feeling frustrated, vulnerable, and disadvantaged as a tenant, as my rights have been violated. I expect you, as the landlord, to respect the legal framework governing landlord-tenant relationships. It is important for you to understand that such actions not only breach our lease agreement but also disregard New Hampshire state laws designed to protect tenants from unfair practices. To resolve this matter promptly and amicably, I kindly request that you: 1. Cease all unlawful self-help measures immediately and refrain from engaging in further attempts to gain possession without following the appropriate legal procedures. 2. Restore any changes made to the property or my tenancy as a result of the unlawful self-help actions. This includes [provide specific actions required to restore the property or tenancy to its prior state]. 3. Provide written confirmation of your commitment to comply with New Hampshire's landlord-tenant laws and to respect my rights as a tenant. 4. Reimburse any costs or expenses incurred by me as a direct result of your unlawful self-help actions, such as [provide examples of costs incurred, including receipts or proofs]. Please be advised that failure to address and rectify this matter within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 14 days] may leave me with no choice but to seek legal remedies available to me under New Hampshire state laws. These remedies may include filing a formal complaint with the New Hampshire Attorney General's Office and pursuing further legal action to protect my rights as a tenant. I trust that we can resolve this matter swiftly and amicably, as it is in both our interests to maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship. I look forward to your prompt response within [reasonable timeframe, e.g., 7 days], acknowledging the issues raised and outlining the steps you will take to rectify the situation. Please feel free to contact me at [your phone number] or [your email address] to discuss this matter further or to arrange a meeting to address any concerns. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Name]
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