Cal. Civ. Code § 38-12-1304
Violations - remedies.
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If a landlord proceeds with an eviction of a tenant of a residential premises in violation of this part 13, and the tenant loses possession of the dwelling unit without a court order, the tenant may seek relief as described in section 38-12-510.
Under Colo. Rev. Stat. § 38-12-1304, if a landlord carries out an eviction that violates Part 13 of the Colorado residential tenancy statutes and the tenant loses possession of their home without a court order authorizing that removal, the law provides the tenant with a path to seek legal relief. The provision points to the remedies outlined in section 38-12-510 as the mechanism for addressing such an unlawful displacement. This rule establishes a consequence for self-help evictions or other eviction actions that bypass the required legal process.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 38-12-1304 makes clear that landlords operating residential properties in Colorado must follow the full court-ordered eviction process before a tenant loses possession of a dwelling unit. Compliant operators do not remove tenants, change locks, remove belongings, or otherwise displace occupants outside of a valid court order, as doing so in violation of Part 13 exposes the landlord to the remedies available under section 38-12-510. Property managers generally document every step of any eviction proceeding to demonstrate adherence to the statutory requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 38-12-1304 provides that if a landlord evicts you in violation of Part 13 and you lose your home without a court order, you have the right to seek relief under section 38-12-510. General enforcement paths available to tenants in this situation include raising the violation as a defense in any related court proceeding, filing a complaint with a local housing authority, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Colorado law. Documenting the circumstances of the displacement — such as dates, communications, and the absence of any court order — is commonly considered useful when pursuing any of these avenues.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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