Summary Ejectment
/ˈsʌm.ɚ.i iˈdʒɛkt.mənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal proceeding that allows a landlord to quickly regain possession of rented property from a tenant without a formal trial, usually due to nonpayment or breach of lease terms.
The landlord filed a summary ejectment to evict the tenant who had not paid rent for three months.
Forms
- summary ejectment
- summary ejectments
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Commentary
Summary ejectment procedures prioritize speed and efficiency over comprehensive trial processes, often limiting tenant defenses; drafters must ensure compliance with statutory notice requirements.
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