What is a Notice to Quit?

A Notice to Quit is a document used in California residential real estate law that informs tenants that they must vacate a rental property. It serves as a warning that the landlord is starting eviction proceedings due to a breach of the rental agreement. The Notice to Quit must state the specific reason for the eviction, the amount of time tenants have to vacate the property, and the legal consequences of refusing to do so. It must also be signed by the landlord and delivered to the tenants either by hand, by mail, or by posting it in a place where the tenants are likely to see it. A Notice to Quit is not a formal eviction notice and does not require a court order or sheriff’s involvement. If tenants do not vacate the property after receiving a Notice to Quit, the landlord can take the tenants to court, where a judge will determine whether or not the eviction is legal.

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