Evicting Unwanted Trailer Guest

Summary

The user is dealing with an unwanted guest who has overstayed in a 5th wheel trailer that they bought with their ex-husband for their daughter in Yuma, AZ. The guest has ignored a 30-day notice and a 7-day pay or quit notice. The user has been advised to file an eviction lawsuit in the Yuma County Justice Court as the next step. The user is concerned about the costs associated with the eviction process. The user was informed that if they win the case, the court may order the guest to reimburse these costs. The user doubts the guests ability to pay due to his lack of employment. The user was advised to consider seeking legal aid or a pro bono attorney to help with the eviction process.

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I bought a 5th wheel trailer with my ex-husband for our daughter. Theres a 'guest' that wont leave. Gave a 30 day notice that we bought trailer, and he wont get out.
What is the location of the trailer? This will help me provide you with the specific eviction laws applicable in your area.
Yuma, Az
What is the duration of the 'guest's' stay in the trailer?

In Arizona, a landlord can give a tenant a *-day notice to vacate for nonpayment of rent (ARS § *-*(B)).
3 months i think. The lady we bought it from said he could stay 1 month. He hasnt paid any money
What steps have you taken so far to evict the guest?

In Arizona, if a guest overstays, you may need to go through a formal eviction process. This includes giving a written notice and filing an eviction lawsuit.
The 30 day notice that we bought it and a 7 day pay or quit
What was the response of the guest to the *-day pay or quit notice?

In Arizona, if a tenant doesn't comply with a pay or quit notice, you can file an eviction lawsuit (ARS § *-*(B)).
He wont answer door or calls
What is the date you served the *-day pay or quit notice? This is important to determine the next steps in the eviction process.
It was tuesday last week
What is the exact date you served the notice? This is important to calculate the legal timeline for eviction.
*-*-*
What is the current date? This will help us determine if the notice period has expired.
*-*-*
Since the *-day notice period has expired, you can now file an eviction lawsuit in the Yuma County Justice Court. Here's their contact: (*) *-*.
How much is it going to cost?
The cost to file an eviction lawsuit can vary, but in Arizona, it's typically around $*-$*. You may also have additional costs for serving the notice.
I have to pay that?
Yes, unfortunately, the filing and service fees are typically the responsibility of the person initiating the eviction process.
That sucks
I understand your frustration. However, if you win the case, the court may order the guest to reimburse these costs.
Hes a bum. He wont pay
I understand your concern. If he doesn't pay, the court may take other measures like wage garnishment or property liens.
Hes never had a job. Just bums off his friends and rips off everyone else
Have you considered seeking legal aid or a pro bono attorney to help with the eviction process?
Yes. I have. Its a *-th wheel trailer.
What is the relevance of the trailer being a 5th wheel to your legal issue?
Its the same as a house eviction?
Yes, the eviction process for a trailer is generally the same as a house eviction in Arizona. You must provide notice and then file an eviction lawsuit if the tenant doesn't comply.