Eviction Order
/ɪˈvɪkʃən ˈɔːrdər/
Definitions
- (n.) A judicial or administrative directive authorizing the removal of a tenant from leased property, typically due to nonpayment of rent or violation of lease terms.
The landlord obtained an eviction order to remove the tenant who failed to pay rent for three months.
Forms
- eviction order
- eviction orders
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Commentary
An eviction order is typically issued after a court hearing and serves as formal legal authority for a landlord to regain possession of leased premises.
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