Wisconsin Lockouts and utility shutoffs

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

A landlord may not exclude, forcibly evict, or constructively evict a tenant (for example by disconnecting utilities, changing locks, or removing doors) except through the court eviction procedure under Wis. Stat. ch. 799.

Verified Source: Wis. Admin. Code ATCP 134.09(7) (per DATCP Landlord Tenant Guide) · last checked 2026-10-15