Unlawful Detainer
A legal action used to remove a tenant who stays on a property without legal right.
What is Unlawful Detainer?
An Unlawful Detainer is a legal action filed to evict a tenant or occupant who remains on property without legal right, often following lease termination or nonpayment of rent.
Why It Matters?
It enforces property rights, provides a legal eviction process, and protects landlords from unauthorized occupancy.
Example
A landlord files an unlawful detainer action against a tenant who refuses to vacate after the lease ends.
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