The landlord's right to distraint for goods carried off exists for how many days after the tenant has wrongfully removed the goods?

• A. 7 days
• B. 14 days
• C. 30 days
• D. 60 days

Answer: (C)

Distraint for rent is a remedy that lets a landlord seize tenant’s personal property to secure unpaid rent. When the tenant wrongfully removes goods from the premises, the landlord still has this right, but only for a limited window. In Manitoba, the right to distrain for goods carried off exists for 30 days after the goods are carried off. This time limit ensures prompt enforcement of the rent claim while preventing an indefinite delay. If the landlord doesn’t distrain within that 30-day period, the remedy expires and they’d typically pursue a civil action for the unpaid rent. This 30-day rule keeps the process timely and predictable for both sides.