Summary
In New York State, you can request an adjournment of an eviction court date for non-payment by filing a written request with a valid reason. After receiving a petition for nonpayment, you typically have 10 days to respond. If you have proof of payment for any disputed months, use it as a defense. Common defenses include proof of payment, warranty of habitability, improper notice, and retaliatory eviction. You can be served on any day, including weekends. If the 14-day notice amount is incorrect, it may be considered defective, allowing you to challenge it. Gather evidence to support your claims and consider seeking legal advice for your situation.Full Conversation
Okay if you get a petition to go to court for nonpayment of rent what are the steps
If you receive a petition for nonpayment of rent in New York, here are the steps you should follow:
*. Review the Petition: Ensure you understand the claims against you.
*. Respond: File an answer with the court.
*. Attend Court: Appear on the scheduled date.
*. Prepare Your Defense: Gather evidence and documents.
*. Consider Legal Representation: Seek legal advice.
Do you need help with any specific step?
When do you have to respond by?
In New York, after receiving a petition for nonpayment of rent, you typically have 10 days to respond by filing an answer with the court. It's important to check the specific instructions on the petition and act promptly. Do you need any help with how to file your response?
Yes let’s say it’s asking for rent in September October November and January but I already paid September
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It sounds like you may have a valid defense if you have evidence of payment for September. Here's what you can do:
- Gather proof of payment for September.
- Include this evidence when you file your response to the petition.
- Mention this in your defense during the court hearing.
Would you like more information on how to file your response or any other specific help?
Yes and what type of defense is that
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It sounds like you can use the "payment defense" in your situation. Essentially, you are arguing that you have already paid the rent for the month in question, and you have proof to back it up.
Would you like more details on how to file your response or any other specific help with your case?
Okay but what about the other months
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If you have already paid rent for September, you need to focus on providing evidence for the other months mentioned in the petition. Here are a few steps you can take:
- Gather Evidence: Collect receipts or bank statements for each month you have paid.
- Prepare a Defense: For any months not yet paid, be ready to explain why.
Would you like more information on how to gather and present your evidence in court?
What type of defenses can you have? And can you be served on a Saturday
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In New York, here are some common defenses for nonpayment of rent cases:
- Proof of Payment: Show evidence that rent was paid.
- Warranty of Habitability: Argue that the property was uninhabitable.
- Improper Notice: Claim that you were not properly notified.
- Retaliatory Eviction: Prove the eviction is a response to complaints or legal actions.
Regarding being served on a Saturday, yes, you can be served on any day, including weekends.
Do you need specific details on any of these defenses?
In nys if the amount on the 14 day notice is incorrect what happens then?
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If the amount on the *-day notice for nonpayment of rent is incorrect in New York State, it may be considered defective. Here’s what you can do:
- Challenge the Notice: Argue that the notice is invalid due to the incorrect amount.
- Gather Evidence: Collect documents showing the correct amount owed.
Would you like more information on how to challenge the notice or any other specific help?
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