California Landlord’s Law Book: Evictions

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Ready to evict a problem tenant? Get the highly praised, step-by-step guide to evictions in California.

Sooner or later, every landlord is faced with handling an eviction. Don't get caught spending thousands in attorney fees when The California Landlord's Law Book: Evictions will guide you through the process every step of the way -- without breaking the bank.

Read up on the different legal grounds for eviction in plain English, plus get all the forms and step-by-step instructions needed to perform a successful eviction, both as tear-outs and on CD-ROM. Learn how to legally:

  • prepare and serve 3-, 30-, 60- or 90-day notices
  • file an unlawful detainer complaint in court
  • win by default if the tenant doesn't respond
  • handle a contested case
  • represent yourself in court
  • deal with eviction-delaying tactics
  • collect the unpaid rent after you win

    Still the only step-by-step guide through the California eviction process, the 13th edition reflects current law and provides the latest information, forms and instructions for a quick and legal eviction.

    List of Forms

    Termination Notices
    Three-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit
    30-Day Notice of Termination of Tenancy
    60-Day Notice of Termination of Tenancy
    90-Day Notice of Termination of Tenancy
    Three-Day Notice to Perform Covenant or Quit
    Three-Day Notice to Quit

    Filing and Serving Your Unlawful Detainer Complaint
    Summons -- Unlawful Detainer
    Complaint -- Unlawful Detainer
    Civil Case Cover Sheet
    Proof of Service of Summons
    Civil Case Cover Sheet Addendum and Statement of Location
    Application and Order to Serve Summons by Posting for Unlawful Detainer
    Prejudgment Claim of Right to Possession
    Blank Pleading Paper

    Taking a Default Judgment
    Request for Entry of Default
    Writ of Execution
    Application for Issuance of Writ of Possession or Sale (Los Angeles only)
    Declaration in Support of Default Judgment for Rent, Damages, and Costs (3-, 30-, 60- or 90-Day Notice)
    Declaration in Support of Default Judgment for Damages and Costs (Violation of Lease)
    Declaration in Support of Default Judgment Judgment -- Unlawful Detainer

    Contested Cases
    Stipulation for Entry of Judgment
    Request/Counter-Request to Set Case for Trial -- Unlawful Detainer
    Notice of Motion for Summary Judgment; Plaintiff's Declaration; and Points and Authorities
    Order Granting Motion for Summary Judgment
    Judgment Following Granting of Motion for Summary Judgment
    Judgment -- Unlawful Detainer Attachment

    Collecting Your Money Judgment
    Application and Order for Appearance and Examination
    Questionnaire for Judgment -- Debtor Examination
    Application for Earnings Withholding Order (Wage Garnishment)
    Acknowledgment of Satisfaction of Judgment

    Miscellaneous
    Proof of Service by Mail
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    Goes hand-in-hand with the other Nolo title on Landlord Rights and Responsibilities
     
    Review Date: June 18, 2007
    Reviewer: Jessica Lux, Rosamond, CA
    The California Landlord's Law Book: Evictions is a companion book that goes hand in hand with the Nolo title The California Landlord's Law Book: Rights and Responsibilities. In fact, the opening chapters of the Evictions book repeatedly remind the reader to refer to Rights and Responsibilities, not for the purpose of selling more books, but because landlord/tenant law is best addressed with an overarching title, and if you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of having to evict a tenant, you can pick up the more specialized title on that topic.

    I personally purchased the Evictions book when I had a non-paying roommate in my own home who refused to move out. I purchased this book after I had started the eviction process and seen the sheriff way too many times, and I cursed myself for not getting it earlier, because I found out that the law was more on my side that I had thought. Nolo taught me that the sheriff is often misinformed about the process of evicting a roomer (someone in a bedroom in your primary residence) versus that of evicting a tenant in a separate rental property. This book referred me to the relevant sections of the California civil code and penal code for situations with roomers.

    The book and accompanying CD have all the California law forms needed for the eviction process, as well as instructions for deciphering the forms, which is a formidable task on one's own. Personally, the most important chapter in the book was the one that guided me though the unlawful detainer trial process. The author described in detail all the facets of a court hearing, the relevant players, the methods for addressing the judge, the order of events, and so on. I went into my trial with confidence because I knew what to expect and I knew how to prepare my case.

    This book is well worth the cover price. The most important lesson to remember is that not following the unlawful detainer procedure precisely will lead to delays in resolving the issue (by getting rid of the tenant or getting them current on their rent). This title is one of the only ways, short of hiring legal help, that a lay person can ensure their documentation will be in order and the process will not be delayed any longer than necessary. Every landlord needs to own The California Landlord's Law Book: Rights and Responsibilities, and the moment a tenant is late on rent or troublesome for other reasons, landlords need to buy The California Landlord's Law Book: Evictions.
    A Requirement for all Landlords
     
    Review Date: February 17, 2008
    Reviewer: Socorro Curiel, California
    I have been a landlord for many years and this book has saved me hundreds of dollars in legal fees and an untold number of headaches. Evictions are a tricky thing and this book really simplifies the process for you.

    The book explains everything that the law requires you to do to properly remove a tenant: when to take certain steps, how to fill out the forms, how many copies to make, how to file them in court, and how to serve them to your tenant. The CD provides good template forms to start with, but better PDF versions are available online at various websites.

    This book is a MUST for all investment property owners in California.
    Nolo Press
     
    Review Date: October 21, 2008
    Reviewer: Debbie Woollet, San Diego, CA USA
    This book has been an absolute must for our recent evictions that we handled on our own.
    All-in-one resource and e-forms
     
    Review Date: December 6, 2009
    Reviewer: Peter Leinau, CA
    A thorough and helpful text and the cd of all needed forms are just what I (and I suspect every) landlord need for those hopefully occaisional bad tenant experiences.

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