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Question by  Martie (19)

What is a summons for unlawful detainer?

 
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Answer by  patti (29325)

It is the first step a landlord takes to have tenants evicted from a rental property. After the landlord has filed the required paperwork, a court hearing on the unlawful detainer is set. The tenant is then notified of the action.

 
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Answer by  Atomicrayon (2504)

A summons is a legally binding command to appear in court. An unlawful detainer means that you didn't pay a loan that you were legally bound to.

 
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Answer by  patti (29325)

A summons of unlawful detainer is basically an eviction notice. A landlord petition the court to evict a tenant for violation of the contract/lease. The court issues the unlawful detainer.

 
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Answer by  TheAnswerFairy (2345)

This is a legal document ordering you to appear in court to determine who has the right to occupy real estate. Put plainly, this is most likely an eviction notice.

 
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