Unlawful Detainer Notice Explained

Summary

An Unlawful Detainer is a legal action taken by a landlord to evict a tenant. In California, landlords must provide a 3-day notice before filing an Unlawful Detainer lawsuit. If the tenant does not comply with the notice, the landlord can proceed with the lawsuit. Tenants should respond to the lawsuit to avoid a default judgment in favor of the landlord. Seeking legal advice is recommended.

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I recieved a notice of unlawful detainer filed paper, what is that?
An Unlawful Detainer is a legal action taken by a landlord to evict a tenant. Can you tell me which state you're in so I can provide more specific information?
California
In California, an Unlawful Detainer is a lawsuit that a landlord files in court to evict a tenant. Did you receive any notice before this?
I received a 3 day notice only
In California:

- Landlords must provide a *-day notice before filing an Unlawful Detainer.
- If you don't comply, they can file the lawsuit.

Nearest court: Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, * N Hill St, Los Angeles, CA *, (*) *-*.
What do i do next
You should respond to the lawsuit. If you don't, the court could rule in favor of the landlord. Consider seeking legal advice.