The Notice of Eviction states that the landlord intends to evict the tenant within a specified time, giving a reason.

Proper Notice of Eviction is very important. It safeguards and protects individual rights provided by law.

The eviction process starts with proper notice that will may allow the tenant time to correct the problem (like paying the rent if nonpayment of rent is the reason for eviction).

While many district courts provide standard eviction forms, a letter can accomplish the same as long it contains all of the following:

• Tenant's name;
• Address or rental property description;
• Reason for the eviction;
• Time to take the remedial action;
• Date; and
• Landlord's signature.

How much notice must be given to the tenant before the landlord may file suits?

Once the proper notice is prepared it must be delivered to the tenant:

• In person to the tenant, OR
• By first-class Mail, addressed to the tenant and all occupants.

The tenant is not required to move out when the eviction notice expires - he/she may have a valid defense to the landlord's reason for eviction. Expiration of 24 hours or 7 days or 30 days time period only enables the landlord/ manager to file a lawsuit.

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