How many days does a landlord have to kick you out ofyour home?
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How many days does a landlord have to kick you out ofyour home?
Asked on June 27, 2011 under Real Estate Law, Rhode Island
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
This is not an easy question to give guidance on without knowing more on the matter. But generally speaking, a landlord has to give you notice to vacate the premises. What type of notice depends on the situation. If you are up to date with your rent and have a lease then the landlord may not be able to kick you out until the end of the lease, unless you have violated another provision. Then they could give you notice - generally 3 to 5 days - and if you do not leave start an eviction (also called a summary proceeding) against you. If you do not have a lease and you are a month to month tenant then they can give you 30 days notice and if you don't leave then start an eviction. If you did not pay your rent then they can give you a 3 or 5 day notice and then start the eviction. It depends on the facts and your state. Get help. Good luck.
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