Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Mississippi

Is non-payment of late fee reason to evict?

In our lease agreement it clearly states that if the rent is paid after the 5th day of the month a $10.00 late fee will be added to the rent each additional day it is late. They have paid the rent, but still owe a $50.00 late fee, and are refusing to pay it. Therefore, I do not consider the rent to be paid in full. Is this grounds for eviction and if so, what do I do to get them out?


Asked on 8/27/03, 9:28 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Austin Nimocks Austin R. Nimocks & Associates, P.L.L.C.

Re: Is non-payment of late fee reason to evict?

A lease violation is always grounds for eviction. If the late fees are specifically enumerated in the lease, give the tenants a seven (7) day written notice to pay the late fee. If they don't pay, file eviction papers with the justice court.

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Answered on 8/27/03, 9:22 pm


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