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I have a question , when im trying to evict someone do I give them a hand written and if they don't leave within 60 days I serve them with court papers ?

Why are you evicting them?

Posted by Scott H, VA on Wednesday, April 29, 2020

In Alaska we use the court form for the 7 day notice to quit for non-payment of rent and then yes once the 7 days are up and they haven't moved you file with the court for a writ to have them removed if needed (usually doesn't get that far). If it's the end of their lease and you want them out in AK we only have to give them a 30 day non-renewal notice (ezlandlord form non-renewal notice) and then if they are not out at the 30 days then again yes you can file with the court. Really depends on why you are giving them notice, the state your in, etc. Our courts have an eviction booklet on line that walks you through the process, maybe your courts have a similar handbook?

Posted by Nations Management Inc. , AK on Wednesday, April 29, 2020

In Florida its not that easy. Follow your states statutes. Alot depends on what type of lease you have, yearly or monthly. Most states will stipulate the notice for a non renewal. If its for other reasons like violations, unpaid rent again there are steps you have to take. Once you've followed, to the T, then you can submit for writ of possession. Count on it taking a good amount of time, especially now during the pandemic. Use the exact forms with the legal verbiage available on this site for your state to give notice. And yes, the court system in your county will have the exact steps to follow. Do that or hire a lawyer to do it for you. You don't want to misstep

Posted by John K, FL on Monday, May 4, 2020