Reading: My father rented out a small shop in 2006 to an astrologer. After his passing, I renewed the lease agreement every 10 months. However, the tenant never returned the original agreement my father signed. He claims it’s lost and even wrote that in the new agreements. If he stays longer, could he cause legal trouble or refuse to leave? How can I seek legal advice to prevent future issues and have solid proof in case of legal action?

My father rented out a small shop in 2006 to an astrologer. After his passing, I renewed the lease agreement every 10 months. However, the tenant never returned the original agreement my father signed. He claims it’s lost and even wrote that in the new agreements. If he stays longer, could he cause legal trouble or refuse to leave? How can I seek legal advice to prevent future issues and have solid proof in case of legal action?

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2 years ago

Law Forum › Category: Landlord / Tenant › My father rented out a small shop in 2006 to an astrologer. After his passing, I renewed the lease agreement every 10 months. However, the tenant never returned the original agreement my father signed. He claims it’s lost and even wrote that in the new agreements. If he stays longer, could he cause legal trouble or refuse to leave? How can I seek legal advice to prevent future issues and have solid proof in case of legal action?

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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

My father rented out a small shop in 2006 to an astrologer. After his passing, I renewed the lease agreement every 10 months. However, the tenant never returned the original agreement my father signed. He claims it’s lost and even wrote that in the new agreements. If he stays longer, could he cause legal trouble or refuse to leave? How can I seek legal advice to prevent future issues and have solid proof in case of legal action?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

Under Indian law, the tenant may face legal trouble for refusing to leave even with a renewed lease. You can seek legal advice from a lawyer to ensure the new agreements are legally sound, and to explore options like recovering the original agreement or obtaining a court order to force the tenant to vacate.