Eviction Notice
/ɪˈvɪk.ʃən ˈnoʊ.tɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal written communication informing a tenant that they must vacate rental property by a specified date due to breach of lease or other legal reasons.
The landlord served an eviction notice after the tenant failed to pay rent for two months.
- (n.) A legal document initiating the process of removing a tenant from property through court action.
The tenant received an eviction notice as the first step toward legal eviction proceedings.
Forms
- eviction notice
- eviction notices
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Commentary
Eviction notices must comply with jurisdictional requirements regarding form, content, and delivery method to be legally effective.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.