I got cited with a 12500(a) cvc misdemeanor for driving without a liscense. I need to know how to plead.

I think you are ok. If you really had a valid out of state licence, you should ask for a continuance and really work on getting a copy of your...

What specific law states tenants have to provide duplicate keys to their units to the property owner in Calif?

Most written leases provide for this. Since you don't have a written lease, your tenants are on month to month. You can give them a 30 day notice...

Can a rental application be issued at any time?

If you don't have this information, you might ask the tenant to provide it to you now. I am not sure if you can FORCE them to do it, because they...

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I have a tenant living in a unit that was recently declared illegal but is under rent control. They have stopped paying rent.

This is a tough question. On one hand, the unit is illegal, but under rent control, and the city is working with you to get it under compliance? ...

I have a trust that gives me lifetime residency in current property. it says if i wish to move, this property is sold and the

Without reviewing anything, and following the advice of the other two attorneys, you really need to seek out an attorney to give you specific legal...

This happens a lot in Los Angeles. People convert "assessory houses" and garages, etc, to rental units, and charge rent. They do not register...

Can an unlawful detainer go back more than 12 months.

A landlord can only ask for back rent in court once. I am a little confused by the question. If he hasn't asked for the back rent, but you...

Oakland, CA. Tenants in the property prior to new lease agreement Feb 2013 on a month to month, New Lease 2/1/13 new terms

Rent control can be a real hassle for landlords. Even without leases, the tenants are entitled to the same services as they had before, and you...

Tenant / Landlord: Security Deposits (California)

When you did the walk-through, did you write down what, if anything was wrong or broken? Was there any issues with the garbage disposal, or the...

What notice do I serve for late fees and past due utilities?

Late fees due for rent not paid shouldn't be asked for in a 3-day notice, but can be deducted from the security deposit and then you can give a...