The full explanation
At a minimum it should say why the landlord wants you out and what you can do to avoid it, such as paying the back rent. Your state's law decides when it can be given, how it must be delivered and how much time you get. The notice is not a court order: with the notice alone, the landlord cannot remove you.
An example
Javier fell behind on rent and finds an eviction notice taped to his door. It says how much he owes and the deadline to pay or leave. There is no court case yet, so he looks for rental assistance and free legal aid.
You will see it in…
- A letter from your landlord, handed to you, mailed or posted on your door
- The papers a landlord files in court for an eviction
- Our guide on what to do if you get an eviction notice
