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Arrest in Manacor: When Landlords Turn Electricity and Water into Weapons

When a Mallorca Landlord Cuts Off Utilities

Utility cut-offs to pressure tenants are not a lawful eviction method in Mallorca and can trigger police action.

Published: April 22, 2026
Arrest in Manacor: When Landlords Turn Electricity and Water into Weapons

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Can a landlord in Mallorca legally cut off electricity or water to pressure a tenant?

No. Cutting off electricity or water to force a tenant out is not a normal legal eviction method in Mallorca and can lead to police action and criminal complaints. Tenants who face this kind of pressure should document what happened and seek legal help as soon as possible.

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