Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Florida

My renters paid their monthly rent 25 days late then stopped payment on the check after I gave them notice to vacate for failure to comply with our agreement. I turned all the information over to the state attorney's bad check program and they sent me a notice that my case was ineligible because "the check involves a performance dispute over a product or service and/or the check was a stop payment". I do not understand. What can I do?


Asked on 3/01/12, 12:25 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Stephen Orchard Law Offices of Stephen Orchard

You can sue to evict so long as you comply with Florida law pertaining to notice and opportunity to cure. It's understandable that the State Atty Office does not want to get in the middle of a dispute that can be properly handled by the civil courts. You should consult with an attorney experienced in landlord/tenant matters if you have any doubts about your rights.

Best of luck

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Answered on 3/01/12, 1:19 pm


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