Being in a Lease Violation eviction case

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HO-02-03-02-15

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Being in a Lease Violation eviction case

Definition

Legal issues related to the court process for evicting a tenant based on an alleged violation of a lease, other than nonpayment of rent. This includes understanding required notices, deadlines, hearings, and the steps both landlords and tenants must follow during an eviction case. This issue covers situations where a landlord claims a tenant has violated lease terms, such as having unauthorized occupants or pets, causing property damage, creating a nuisance, or breaking other lease rules. The process often begins with a written notice describing the alleged violation and may give the tenant an opportunity to fix or “cure” the issue within a specific time period before a court case can be filed. It also includes the procedures involved once an eviction case is filed, such as responding to court papers, attending hearings, presenting evidence, and raising defenses. Legal questions may involve whether the notice was proper, whether the violation actually occurred, whether it was corrected in time, and whether special protections apply. Rules and timelines vary by jurisdiction and may differ for subsidized, rent-controlled, or other protected housing. Includes: - Evictions based on alleged lease violations other than nonpayment of rent - Notices to comply with or cure a lease violation - Court filing, service, and hearing procedures - Tenant rights to contest or defend against the eviction - Required timelines and procedural steps in lease-violation eviction cases

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