Can I turn off gas service non paying tenant?

[Frank Nguyen]

I have a non paying tenant. Gas service is in my name. She won't move, can't pay anything, and can't evict. Can I cancel the gas service or could I get in trouble for this?

Thanks

[Kyle J.]

@Frank Nguyen Unfortunately, you can’t shut off a tenant’s utilities. It can be considered a self-help eviction and is prohibited. A good reason not to have any utilities that you don’t have to in your name.