Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

I am a joint property owner of 1 acres, but I do not reside on the property. The joint owner who did reside on the property (along with his wife and friends) recently died. He and they resided there for several years for free and did not have a rental contract of any kind. His wife and friends continue to live on the property. Can I call up the sheriff and have them thrown off the property, even without prior notification, or are there requirements, such as giving them a 3-day or 30-day termination notification?


Asked on 4/28/14, 3:56 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Anthony Roach Law Office of Anthony A. Roach

It would be best for you to give proper notice, and file an unlawful detainer action. It appears that the people who resided on the property did so with the other owner's permission, and therefore are considered tenants at will. This is best covered with a 30 day notice. I suggest having an attorney assist you in this.

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Answered on 4/29/14, 7:06 am


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