Telford landlord guilty of unlawful eviction

A Telford landlord has pleaded guilty to two charges of unlawful eviction. 

Back in November 2015, landlord, David Beattie threatened his tenant with violence if he didn't leave his rental property in Dudmaston, Hollinswood.

Mr Beattie was ordered to pay £7,121.32 in costs, victim compensation and a victim surcharge, as well as getting 200 hours community service over the next 12 months, and a 5 year restraining order. 

Landlords need to always make sure to use the correct procedures when evicting a tenant.

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