Northwest Justice Project: Can I Break My Rental Agreement? Tenants & Landlords In Washington

This video explains different types of rental agreements and the responsibilities of a tenant who wants to move. For free information on many legal issues, visit

This is the second video in the Northwest Justice Project’s ( video series about the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants in Washington State.

If you are a tenant in a mobile home park, or subsidized housing program, there are other special laws that may be very different than the ones explained in this video. Visit for free, detailed information for all kinds of tenants.

If you are low-income and live in Washington State, you may qualify for legal help from the Northwest Justice Project. To learn more, visit

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This video was produced in March 2013. The laws may have changed since that time. This video gives general information only—your particular situation may be very different than those shown in this video. This video is not a substitute for talking to a lawyer about your unique situation, it does not create an attorney-client relationship and it cannot predict or guarantee an outcome in any legal proceeding.