What types of eviction notices are legally acceptable?

In California, the Landlord and Tenant Law outlines the types of eviction notices that are legally acceptable. These notices are known as ‘termination notices’ and they serve to inform the tenant that they are being evicted and have a certain amount of time to vacate the premises. The most commonly used type of eviction notice is a “Three-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit.” This gives the tenant three days to either pay the rent or move out of the premises. If the tenant does neither, the landlord may then proceed with the eviction process. If the tenant has broken the terms of the lease in a serious manner, then a “Three-Day Notice to Cure or Quit” may be issued. This gives the tenant three days to either correct the problem or move out. A “Three-Day Notice to Quit”, which is usually issued in cases of criminal activity, may be served if a tenant is endangering the safety of other tenants. This gives the tenant three days to move out before the eviction process is initiated. In most cases, a 30-day notice is required before an eviction can begin. This provides the tenant with a longer period of time to move out. The landlord must also provide a “Notice of Termination” informing the tenant of the termination of the lease or rental agreement. This must be served within 60 days prior to the termination date. These are the legally acceptable eviction notices for tenants in California. It is important to note that these notices must be served in person or by certified mail in order to be legally binding.

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