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Tenant Resources

The rights and duties of tenants in Minnesota are spelled out in federal law, state statutes, local ordinances, safety and housing codes, common law, contract law, and a number of court decisions. These responsibilities can vary from place to place around the state.

Overview

The information on this help topic links to many helpful resources for residential tenants offered by the Minnesota Judicial Branch and other agencies and non-profit organizations in Minnesota. You might also find materials at your local law library.

For advice on what you should do in your situation, talk to a lawyer.

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State Law Library

Room G25
Minnesota Judicial Center
25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
St. Paul, MN 55155

(651) 297-7651

mn.gov/law-library