[Your Name] [Your Address] [Wilmington, North Carolina Postal Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Landlord's Name] [Landlord's Address] [Wilmington, North Carolina Postal Code] 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 high spirits. I am writing to discuss an issue that has recently arisen regarding my tenancy at [Property Address]. As a responsible and law-abiding tenant, I believe it is crucial to address matters promptly to maintain a healthy landlord-tenant relationship. It has come to my attention that there have been retaliatory threats related to eviction made against me due to recent disagreements or conflicts that have occurred between us. I must emphasize that retaliatory threats or actions, such as eviction, are strictly prohibited by the laws governing landlord-tenant relationships in North Carolina. According to the North Carolina General Statutes, Section 42-37.1, it is illegal for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant for exercising their legal rights or reporting code violations under certain circumstances. This includes threats of eviction, termination of utilities, rent increase, or any other attempts to punish or intimidate a tenant. I kindly request that you immediately cease all retaliatory threats to evict or take retaliatory actions against me. I understand that conflicts may arise during the tenure of a tenancy, but I believe that open communication and cooperation can help us resolve any issues in a fair and amicable manner. Furthermore, I expect that you will comply with the law and fulfill your obligations as a landlord, which includes providing essential services, adhering to fair rent practices, and maintaining habitable living conditions. It is my sincere hope that we can resolve any outstanding issues without resorting to legal action or further escalation. I would appreciate a written response within [appropriate notice period] acknowledging receipt of this letter, stating your commitment to ceasing the aforementioned retaliatory threats or actions. Failure to respond or comply with this notice may lead me to seek legal remedies available to me under the law. Thank you for your immediate attention and cooperation regarding this matter. I value our landlord-tenant relationship and believe that mutual respect and adherence to the law will help us maintain a harmonious living environment. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Signature] --- Other types of Wilmington, North Carolina Letters from Tenant to Landlord: 1. Notice to Landlord to Cease Retaliation and Request for Repairs 2. Notice to Landlord to Cease Harassment and Retaliatory Behavior 3. Notice to Landlord to Cease Retaliatory Rent Increase 4. Notice to Landlord to Cease Retaliatory Utility Termination 5. Notice to Landlord to Cease Retaliatory Pest Control Negligence 6. Notice to Landlord to Cease Retaliatory Privacy Violations 7. Notice to Landlord to Cease Retaliatory Entry into Rental Unit.