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Question: If there have been multiple vehicle break-ins and I am moving because I don't feel safe, can I leave without penalty? My lease asks for a 60 day notice, this just happened no way for me to give a notice. Also my lease is up September 9. I read that it's AZ state law, that if a tenant feels unsafe they may leave. I am moving because I literally can't sleep because my car was broken into and I have a small child.

Answer: Except in the case of an actual emergency, a tenant must always give notice to the landlord. If a tenant just leaves and does not pay their rent as required by the rental agreement, then the landlord may end up suing that tenant in court for rent owed and also getting all court costs and lawyers’ fees paid by the tenant. The LegalLEARN Helpline toll-free telephone number is 1-866-637-5341.