Am I legally required to refund my tenant's security deposit by 3-weeks after they move out?

Civil Code section 1950.5(g)(1) governs your obligations as a landlord with respect to the disposition of a tenant's security deposit. You should...

No, the Sheriff cannot until after the 30-day termination notice expires. You should review Civil Code section 1946.5 and Penal Code section...

Can I file a criminal complaint against my old roommate?

Even if you had an oral agreement then Civil Code section 1950.5(g)(1) applies with respect to the disposition of your security deposit. I'm not...

If the terms of a stipulation aren’t met can the landlord turn off internet etc?

It depends on what was agreed to in the Stipulation. Without knowing the express terms an attorney on a forum like this can't help you. With that...

Repainting and deposit?

Not unless you agreed to it in writing when you entered into the lease. Take a look at Civil Code section 1950.5, and try to resolve this...

How do I get out of my lease without penalty?

You should document your "calls" in writing to the landlord/property manager, and take photographs, regarding the habitability issues in the event...

Early termination of the lease due to domestic violence in CA: is the penalty fee waived?

Pursuant to Civil Code section 1946.7(d), the answer to your question is yes (see below). "If notice to terminate the tenancy is provided to...

A UD was filed however no service or POS filed. What should I do?

You should consult with a legal aid service in your area if you can't afford a lawyer, or go to the Court and seek a fee waiver and file an Answer...

60-Day Notice to End Month-To-Month is missing Statement Re: Reclaiming Personal Property per CC sec 1946.1(h)

The statute says the notice "shall contain" the statutorily required language, or "in substantially the same form" the language regarding the...

Serving a notice of appeal.

Typically you have to seek permission from opposing counsel to electronically serve them. You may want to both mail and email the notice, and fill...

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