Question: In an eviction proceeding, how should the tenant proceed if a tenant has evidence of rent payment through checks and wire transfers, but the landlord still claims non-payment?
Answer: The tenant's rights are paramount in the eviction proceeding. If you have evidence of payment and issues with property repairs, you can use the proof of payment and the landlord's failure to make repairs as a defense and potentially as a counterclaim against the landlord. Your rights are protected by the law.
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