California

Unlawful Detainer (Eviction) Procedure

UD Procedure - California Code of Civil Procedure §§ 1161-1179a

Last Verified: Mar 2026
Source: California Official Code
Last Changed: SB 567 (2024) strengthened no-fault eviction requirements.

Who This Applies To

  • -Governs all eviction court proceedings in California

Eviction Requirements

At-Fault Reasons (Tenant can cure)

Failure to pay rent (CCP 1161(2))

-day notice - Tenant can fix

Breach of lease (CCP 1161(3))

-day notice - Tenant can fix

Nuisance / Waste (CCP 1161(4))

-day notice - Cannot be fixed

Holdover after termination (CCP 1161(1))

-day notice - Cannot be fixed

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