Kentucky Early termination (DV/military)
Can a tenant break a lease early for domestic violence or military service in Kentucky?
A tenant protected by a domestic violence order or interpersonal protective order obtained after signing the lease may end it with written notice effective at least 30 days after the landlord receives it, plus a copy of the order. This applies statewide to leases created or renewed on or after June 29, 2017.
Verified Source: KRS 383.300 · last checked 2026-10-23
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