Nebraska Lockouts and utility shutoffs

Can a landlord change the locks or shut off utilities in Nebraska?

If the landlord unlawfully removes or excludes the tenant, or willfully cuts electric, gas, water or other essential services, the tenant may recover possession or end the lease. In either case the tenant may recover 3 months' rent as liquidated damages plus attorney's fees.

Verified Source: Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-1430 · last checked 2026-10-15