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Yale lock

Stoned Since 2011 · 2014-10-23 01:07:38

I need to get access to a door, the key is lost any help thanks

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23-10-2014 2:07am

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I need to get access to a door, the key is lost any help thanks

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#2 23-10-2014 2:15am
slimjimmc

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Hire a locksmith or possibly drill out the cylinder? Locksmiths can legally have tools to 'crack' locks.

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I have a drill and drill its, is it illegal to drill my own lock?

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#4 23-10-2014 3:12am
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I have a drill and drill bits, is it illegal to drill my own lock?

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#5 23-10-2014 1:56pm
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Stoned Since 2011 wrote: »

I have a drill and drill its, is it illegal to drill my own lock?

Generally not, but in some circumstances it could be, e.g. if you are a landlord trying to gain entry without a tenant's permission or have a court order barring you from an area/person.

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