SIMPLE GUIDE
Eviction papers: notice or court summons?
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What to do next
Read every paper and date, seek legal help promptly, and follow any court hearing instructions.
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Keep in mind
General information, not legal advice. Rules vary by housing and papers. Legal help is not guaranteed; a CLS online request needs phone follow-up. Seeking help does not cancel a hearing.
How it works
A landlord’s notice and a court summons are different documents, and both need prompt attention.
- Landlord’s notice
- Read the reason and deadline; ask for legal advice about how to respond.
- Court summons
- Look for the court, hearing date, and time; do not ignore it.
Sources and review date
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