This is a form from a Tenant to Landlord in response to Landlord's threat to evict Tenant from the premises. Tenant is contending that Landlord's threat to evict is retaliatory in nature and was done so in response to Tenant's actions as specified in the form. This form complies with state Housing Laws.
Stockton California Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to cease retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: NOTICE TO CEASE RETALIATORY THREATS TO EVICT OR RETALIATORY EVICTION Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention my concerns regarding retaliatory threats to evict or retaliate eviction that I have experienced since [mention the incident or series of incidents that prompted this letter]. It has come to my attention that the aforementioned actions could be considered retaliatory under California law, specifically under California Civil Code Section 1942.5 and Stockton's local tenant protection ordinances. As a responsible tenant, I have exercised my rights by [state the acts or actions you have taken as a tenant, such as filing a complaint with relevant authorities or requesting repairs to the property]. Despite these actions being well within my rights as a tenant, I have received threatening statements from you that suggest eviction or other punitive measures. These actions are unequivocally in violation of my rights as a tenant and are expressly prohibited under California law. I kindly request that you immediately cease any further retaliatory threats or actions, including but not limited to eviction notices, excessive rent increases, shutting off utilities, or any other act that may be considered retaliatory under the law. Moreover, I would like to remind you that retaliatory actions may give rise to legal consequences and civil liabilities, including but not limited to damages, injunctive relief, and attorney fees. I have taken this matter seriously and have consulted with legal counsel to ensure my rights are protected. I anticipate your immediate attention to this matter and expect that you will respect the law and our established landlord-tenant relationship. As a tenant, I have fulfilled all my obligations and have been respectful of your property. In an effort to resolve this matter amicably, I kindly request that you provide a written response within [reasonable period, e.g., 10 business days] of receiving this letter, confirming your intention to cease any retaliatory actions or threats and to maintain a respectful and lawful landlord-tenant relationship. If I do not receive a satisfactory response within the given time frame, I may have no choice but to take further action to protect my rights, including filing a complaint with the appropriate housing authority and pursuing legal remedies available to me under the law. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this dispute in a mutually agreeable manner, ensuring a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information]Stockton California Letter from Tenant to Landlord containing Notice to landlord to cease retaliatory threats to evict or retaliatory eviction [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: NOTICE TO CEASE RETALIATORY THREATS TO EVICT OR RETALIATORY EVICTION Dear [Landlord's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention my concerns regarding retaliatory threats to evict or retaliate eviction that I have experienced since [mention the incident or series of incidents that prompted this letter]. It has come to my attention that the aforementioned actions could be considered retaliatory under California law, specifically under California Civil Code Section 1942.5 and Stockton's local tenant protection ordinances. As a responsible tenant, I have exercised my rights by [state the acts or actions you have taken as a tenant, such as filing a complaint with relevant authorities or requesting repairs to the property]. Despite these actions being well within my rights as a tenant, I have received threatening statements from you that suggest eviction or other punitive measures. These actions are unequivocally in violation of my rights as a tenant and are expressly prohibited under California law. I kindly request that you immediately cease any further retaliatory threats or actions, including but not limited to eviction notices, excessive rent increases, shutting off utilities, or any other act that may be considered retaliatory under the law. Moreover, I would like to remind you that retaliatory actions may give rise to legal consequences and civil liabilities, including but not limited to damages, injunctive relief, and attorney fees. I have taken this matter seriously and have consulted with legal counsel to ensure my rights are protected. I anticipate your immediate attention to this matter and expect that you will respect the law and our established landlord-tenant relationship. As a tenant, I have fulfilled all my obligations and have been respectful of your property. In an effort to resolve this matter amicably, I kindly request that you provide a written response within [reasonable period, e.g., 10 business days] of receiving this letter, confirming your intention to cease any retaliatory actions or threats and to maintain a respectful and lawful landlord-tenant relationship. If I do not receive a satisfactory response within the given time frame, I may have no choice but to take further action to protect my rights, including filing a complaint with the appropriate housing authority and pursuing legal remedies available to me under the law. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I trust that we can resolve this dispute in a mutually agreeable manner, ensuring a harmonious landlord-tenant relationship. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Information]
