1) keeping possession of real property without a right, such as after a lease has
expired, after being served with a notice to quit (vacate, leave) for non-payment
of rent or other breach of lease, or being a "squatter" on the property. Such possession
entitles the owner to file a lawsuit for "unlawful detainer," asking for possession
by court order, unpaid rent and damages. 2) a legal action to evict a tenant or
other occupier of real property in possession, without a legal right, to declare
a breach of lease, and/or a judgment for repossession, as well as unpaid rent and
other damages. Such lawsuits have priority over most legal cases and therefore will
be calendared for trial promptly.
See also landlord and tenant Thirty-day notice three-day notice
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