Practical Legal Guidance
Tenant Eviction Process
Eviction of a tenant generally requires following the procedure and grounds specified under the applicable State Rent Control Act, or, where inapplicable, an ordinary civil suit for possession.
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Frequently Asked Questions
On what grounds can a tenant be evicted?
Common grounds include non-payment of rent, subletting without consent, use of the premises for a purpose other than that agreed, the landlord's bona fide requirement of the premises, and expiry of the lease term — exact grounds and procedure depend on the applicable State Rent Control legislation or, where inapplicable, ordinary civil law.
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