Virginia Eviction Process Guide

Summary

In Virginia, landlords must follow specific procedures for eviction, including providing written notice and filing an Unlawful Detainer action if necessary. In Roanoke County, you are not required to submit a copy of the eviction notice to the police. For month-to-month tenancies without a lease, a 30-day notice is typically required. To obtain a no-contact order, file a petition demonstrating immediate danger and provide supporting evidence. For legal proceedings, contact Roanoke County General District Court.

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Roanoke county, Virginia
In Roanoke County, Virginia, you are generally not required to take a copy of the eviction notice to the local police department. However, you must follow the legal procedures for eviction, including providing proper notice to the tenant.
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Certainly! Here is a brief overview of the eviction process in Virginia:
- **Provide Written Notice**: You must give the tenant a written notice. The common types are a *-day Pay or Quit notice for nonpayment of rent and a *-day notice for lease violations.
- **File Unlawful Detainer**: If the tenant does not comply, you can file an Unlawful Detainer action in court.
- **Court Hearing**: Attend the court hearing and present your case.
- **Writ of Possession**: If the court rules in your favor, you can request a Writ of Possession to have the sheriff evict the tenant.
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Roanoke County General District Court


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * E Main St, Salem, VA *
Website: www.courts.state.va.us
What if there is no lease agreement?
If there is no lease agreement, the tenancy is typically considered month-to-month. In Virginia, you must still follow the legal eviction process:
- **Provide Written Notice**: Typically, a *-day notice to terminate the tenancy.
- **File Unlawful Detainer**: If the tenant does not vacate, file an Unlawful Detainer action.
- **Court Hearing**: Attend the court hearing and present your case.
- **Writ of Possession**: If the court rules in your favor, request a Writ of Possession.
Would you like more information on the notice requirements for a month-to-month tenancy?
in the state of Virginia what requirements need to be met in order to get a no contact order
To obtain a no-contact order in Virginia, you typically need to meet the following requirements:
- **Filing a Petition**: File a petition with the court stating the reasons for the no-contact order.
- **Immediate Danger**: Demonstrate that there is an immediate threat or danger.
- **Evidence**: Provide evidence supporting your claims, such as police reports or witness statements.
Would you like information on the nearest court to file this petition in Roanoke County?
Roanoke County General District Court
Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * E Main St, Salem, VA *
Website: www.courts.state.va.us