Subject: Formal Complaint Regarding Illegal Entry by Landlord — Saint Paul, Minnesota [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Dear [Landlord's Name], Re: Illegal Entry by Landlord at [Rental Property Address] I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention a serious breach of tenant-landlord agreement that occurred recently at the aforementioned property. On [Date of Incident], I arrived home to discover that my privacy and the sanctity of my rented premises had been violated unlawfully. It has come to my attention that you, as the landlord, or one of your representatives, had entered my rental unit without providing proper notice or obtaining my consent, constituting an illegal entry. This incident was both invasive and alarming, leaving me deeply concerned about my rights as a tenant in this property. According to the laws of the state of Minnesota and our signed lease agreement, landlords are legally obligated to provide tenants with reasonable notice and obtain consent prior to entering the premises, except in cases of emergencies or specific exceptions outlined in the lease. As such, your unannounced entry is a clear violation of these rights and the trust that should exist between a tenant and a landlord. I kindly request an immediate explanation regarding the reasons for this unauthorized entry and an assurance that such intrusion will not occur again in the future. Furthermore, I would appreciate it if you could furnish me with a written apology, acknowledging the gravity of the situation. It is crucial that we establish a mutual understanding of the importance of tenant privacy and adhere to legal protocols moving forward. Failure to address this issue satisfactorily will leave me with no choice but to consider taking further legal action to protect my rights as a tenant. I trust that we can reach a swift resolution without escalating the matter to such an extent. I kindly request a written response within [reasonable timeframe, usually 7-14 days] from the date of this letter. Your prompt attention to this matter would be greatly appreciated. Feel free to contact me at the provided contact information to discuss this issue further or arrange a meeting if necessary. Thank you for your immediate attention to and resolution of this matter. I am confident that we can resolve this issue amicably while upholding the mutually beneficial tenant-landlord relationship. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]