Letter from Tenant to Landlord about Illegal entry by landlord - Rhode Island 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
  2. Begin by entering the date at the top of the letter. This sets a clear timeline for your notice.
  3. Fill in the landlord’s name and address in the designated fields. Ensure accuracy to avoid any confusion.
  4. In the greeting, address your landlord directly using their name, which personalizes your communication.
  5. Provide your address as the tenant in the specified section. This confirms your identity and residence.
  6. Clearly state the date of the landlord's entry into your premises. This is crucial for documenting the incident.
  7. Review and complete any additional sections regarding future entry protocols, ensuring you assert your rights effectively.
  8. Sign and date at the bottom of the letter to validate your notice formally.
  9. Select a method for proof of delivery, such as personal delivery or certified mail, and sign accordingly.

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For example, if a landlords repeated illegal entries into your house caused you 75 hours of serious upset, and you value your time at $25 per hour, you would sue for $1,875. If you are a landlord being sued, but believe that your entry or conduct was legal, you should be able to document this.
(b) A landlord may enter the dwelling unit without consent of the tenant in case of emergency, or, during any absence of the tenant in excess of seven (7) days, if reasonably necessary for the protection of the property.
Among the illegal activities for landlords in Rhode Island are demands for overly high security deposits, unauthorized entry into a tenants home, and retaliation against tenants for exercising their rights.
What are the basic tenant rights in Rhode Island? Tenants in Rhode Island have the right to a habitable dwelling, receipt of security deposit, protection against unlawful evictions, and privacy.
Only under extreme circumstances, emergencies or as provided for under RIGL 34-18-39 (Failure to maintain) or 40 (Remedies for abandonment) can the landlord enter without notice or a court order. Right of entry must not be abused or used to harass the tenant.

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