Can the landlord just come in and take possession or change the locks on the dwelling?

The landlord should give a proper notice in writing to you and then the landlord should start eviction proceedings with the Court which would serve you with a summons by the Sheriff and give you an opportunity to file an answer and have a hearing before a judge.

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1. If a tenant won't pay rent, what can I do to get him out?
2. What is the filing fee for evictions?
3. What do I need to bring to file an eviction?
4. Can you accept a personal check for fees?
5. What if the tenant is doing other things other than not paying the rent, what can be done to get him out?
6. What if I just want my property back?
7. What happens when I file the eviction?
8. What if the tenant moves and leaves possessions in the rental unit?
9. What if the landlord will not repair the dwelling?
10. If I have contention with the landlord over the dwelling, can I post the rent into the registry of the Court?
11. Can the landlord just come in and take possession or change the locks on the dwelling?