The landlord has no right to order you out of your apartment, or to lock you out, with or without the rent laws. If it is happening to you, call the police, a legal services office, or our hotline for help. Get a copy of the police incident report. Report serious attempts at eviction to us at Met Council to help us get the rent laws renewed. Oral threats of eviction that don't result in any action by the landlord should be a warning that the landlord may act.
Some landlords just like to intimidate their tenants.
Information provided by Met Council on Housing.