Evicting Tenant After Assistance

Summary

The user is a landlord in Arizona planning to evict a tenant for non-payment of rent. The user has received a judgement in their favor and is planning to file a Writ of Restitution. However, they have also accepted rental assistance that covers the full back rent. The user was informed that if the rental assistance covers the full back rent, eviction for non-payment may not be valid in Arizona. It was suggested to consult with a local attorney for specific advice.

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I am evicting a tenant in AZ and have been guranteed government rental assistance, but still want to evict as the assitance is for back rent and not future rent
What is the reason for eviction? In Arizona, landlords must provide a written notice for eviction and the reason must be valid under Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act.
Non payment of rent
What steps have you taken so far in the eviction process?

General Information:
- In Arizona, landlords must provide a *-day notice for non-payment of rent.
- Phoenix City Court: * W Washington St, Phoenix, AZ *, (*) *-*.
Judgement has been awarded
What is the next step you're planning to take after the judgement?

General Information:
- After judgement, you can file a Writ of Restitution in Arizona.
- Maricopa County Justice Court: * W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ *, (*) *-*.
We are planning to file the Writ, but we have accepted rental assistance
What is the amount of rental assistance you have received and does it cover the entire back rent?

General Information:
- Accepting rental assistance may affect your eviction process in Arizona.
- Consult with a local attorney for specific advice.
The rental assistance covers back rent
What is the total amount of back rent owed and does the rental assistance cover it in full?

General Information:
- If the assistance covers the full back rent, eviction for non-payment may not be valid in Arizona.
*,* and the rental assistance covers it in full
Explanation:

General Information:
- If the rental assistance covers the full back rent, eviction for non-payment may not be valid in Arizona.
- Consult with a local attorney for specific advice.