Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

Eviction Process

Can I ask for a continuance at a trial for Unlawful detainer if my witness isn't present? Also, can I let the judge know I wasn't given a copy of the complaint with the summons when he served me? Do you think I would have a good chance to win my case based on that? On the 3 day notice the amount wasn't broken into months it only had I owed $1550 from April to June is that legal?

Help please!!!


Asked on 7/12/05, 4:59 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Philip Iadevaia Law Offices of Philip A. Iadevaia

Re: Eviction Process

You'd better be careful. Judges don't like when tenants are not prepared for trial. If your witness can't make it, you may not get a continuance. If you do, if may only be for a day or so.

As to chances of winning your case, if you didn't pay rent within the three-day period, you're in bad shape, unless you have some legitimate excuse besides not having the money. It's a tough situation. YOu can try your defenses, but they're not that good. Best of luck.

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Answered on 7/12/05, 5:31 pm


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