Eviction Notice Contestation Guide

Summary

In Washington State, landlords must provide proper notice for eviction. A 3-day quit notice is legal if it is written, specifies the violation, states the landlords intent to evict, and is delivered properly. If you receive such a notice, you can dispute it in court and present your case before a judge. After a court order, you have 4 days to vacate, and the Sheriff must give a 3-day notice before enforcing eviction. Free or low-cost legal advice is available from organizations like the Northwest Justice Project or the Legal Action Center.

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I got a three day quit by my landlord because my walls tested positive for meth and fentanyl but I have never used drugs! And just about 13 months ago my neighbor to my left we share a wall had his hole apartment gutted because of using meth it took them almost a year to finish it. My apartment and the elderly women across from us also tested positive and there is no way she has had drug use either! Help what do we do!
Hi ****, could you please let me know your location? Different states have different laws regarding tenant rights and eviction notices.
I live in Bellingham wa
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In Washington State:
- Landlords can't evict without proper notice.
- You have the right to dispute the eviction.
- Seeking legal counsel can be beneficial.
I recommend contacting a local tenant rights organization for further assistance.
So taping a three day quit on my door isn't proper notice ?
In Washington State, a *-day quit notice is legal. However, it must:
- Be written
- Specify the violation
- State the landlord's intent to evict
- Be delivered in person, by mail, or posted conspicuously on the property. If you believe it's unjust, consider legal advice.
So I have contacted legal assistance but they can't help me until the 16th but what if they tell me to leave again before then
In Washington State, if you've received a valid *-day notice and haven't corrected the issue, the landlord can start an eviction lawsuit. However:
- The legal process takes time.
- You don't have to leave until the court orders it.
- You can defend yourself in court.
How long do I have after they start the court ordered eviction
In Washington State, after the court order is issued:
- You have 4 days to vacate the property.
- If you don't leave, the landlord can get a Writ of Restitution.
- The Sheriff has to give a *-day notice before forcing you out.
Can I contest it
In Washington State, you can indeed contest an eviction:
- You can dispute the cause of eviction in court.
- You have the right to present your case before a judge.
- You can request a jury trial.
Consider consulting a lawyer for the best defense strategy.
So I can get free advice from a lawyer ?
Yes, ****. In Washington State, there are organizations that offer free or low-cost legal advice. You can seek help from the Northwest Justice Project or the Legal Action Center. It's always good to understand your rights and options.