My question involves landlord-tenant law in the State of: California
I paid my rent with a check that had my prior surname on it even though the account name has been changed. Although not often, I have used the checks before and they have been honored by my financial institution. The property manager sent the check back to me. I called and explained so they said ok, mail the check back. When they received it they called asking me for a copy of my marriage certificate! I refused - none of their business. They said they had a right to know who lived in the apartment and I told them that my husband was on active military duty and not living with me - they confirmed this with the on-site manager. A couple of days later they taped a 3 day notice on my door and have not returned the check I sent them. What should I do? I have never been late on my rent and have never been served an eviction notice. The apartment building was recently purchased by a new owner - are they trying to force me out for higher rent?

