Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

unlawful detainer

I served my room mate a ''30 Day Notice to Quit'' last month. He says he will NOT move. What is an ''unlawful detainer'' and how and when and by whom is it served to the room-mate?


Asked on 7/29/07, 3:09 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Larry Rothman Larry Rothman & Associates

Re: unlawful detainer

An unlawful detainer is an eviction action. It cannot be served by you. Our office handles unlawful detainer actions. Please call if you have any questions.

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Answered on 7/31/07, 7:16 pm
Robert L. Bennett Law offices of Robert L. Bennett

Re: unlawful detainer

An unlawful detainer is the legal system's term for eviction.

You need to file it in Superior Court, and have an adult (other than you) serve it on your roommate.

I am enclosing information from the California courts regarding this area of law.http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp/other/landtenqa-ten.htm

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Answered on 7/29/07, 3:18 pm


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