[Kevin]

If you lived in Oklahoma, I'd know the answer under our Landlord/Tenant Act.

But you don't live in Oklahoma.

Also, I'm not a lawyer, so even if I knew the answer, I wouldn't tell you. It's a bad idea in general to solicit legal advice on the internet. It's an even worse idea to follow it. Talk to someone you know who is familiar with landlord tenant law in your state. Find your state statute. Know what your rights are.

ETA: I forgot to say that you'll be in my prayers. No one deserves this ****.