Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

Unlawful detainer

My neighbor, behind on his rent, failed to pay on a 3-day pay rent or quit/30 day notice. He was then served with an Unlawful Detainer.

How many days does he have to respond to the Unlawful Detainer?

We understand it is 5 days in California. But does that include weekends and holidays?

He was served on a Thursday.

How many days does he have to respond?


Asked on 3/20/08, 4:48 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert L. Bennett Law offices of Robert L. Bennett

Re: Unlawful detainer

Five CALENDAR days....start counting at midnight of the day of service.

In neighbor's case, Friday is day #1, then Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday is day number 5.

Therefore, his "answer" must be received and time stamped at the county clerk's office before the close of business Tuesday.

If you need more, please do not hesitate to e-mail, or call, my office.

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Answered on 3/20/08, 10:04 pm


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