If you do not have access to a current statement for whatever reason, you can always contact the dealer where you leased the car. Some dealers will keep copies on file for reference, but even if they do not have it on hand, they should be able to get you the proper contact information so you can obtain it.
If you want one then you should make a copy at the time of signing if handed a paper copy, or sign two copies so that you each have one. But once the lease is already signed there is no specific law requiring the landlord to give you a copy.
State laws on leases and rental agreements can vary, but a landlord or property management company should provide you with a copy of your signed lease upon request. You should make your request in writing, so you have proof if there is a dispute later.
Generally apartment leases are not recorded at the Recorder's Office so they would not be "public" information - commercial leases may be recorded but not residential leases.
Go To Your Landlord or Management Company This is the obvious answer. Not only is the person or company you signed the lease with the most likely to have a copy for themselves, many states legally require landlords to provide tenants a copy of the lease.
How to write a Texas lease agreement Begin by including the names and contact information of both the landlord and tenant. Describe the rental property, including its address and any unique features. Specify the lease term, including the move-in and move-out dates.
When creating a one-page lease agreement, include sections covering the following: Involved parties. Property details. Lease terms, such as length, type, monthly rent, deposit. Conditions of property use. Details about utilities. Included furnishings. Repair and damages policy. Termination conditions.
Here's a list of standard fields that you should include in your lease agreement: Tenant information. Include each tenant's full name and contact information. Rental property description. Security deposit. Monthly rent amount. Utilities. Lease term. Policies. Late fees.
State-Specific Regulations. States dictate whether lease agreements need notarization. In some areas, like Ohio and Georgia, certain long-term leases require notarization to be enforceable. Texas and California, in contrast, typically don't require notarization for standard residential leases.
Of course you can make up your own lease agreement and I would advise you to think of every conceivable eventuality and make sure that anyone signing it reads it so they know what it says and agrees before they sign it.