Current Rules of Eviction in Los Angeles

PublishedJanuary 1, 1970

Facing eviction in Los Angeles, California occurs more frequent than one would assume.  Los Angeles currently holds the title for having the highest number of recorded evictions in the state of California.  The reasons for eviction vary and the most common are listed below:

  • Tenant not paying rent
    • as soon as a tenant does not pay rent, a landlord can give the tenant a three-day notice informing the tenant that if they do not pay rent within three-days of receiving the letter, the landlord will begin the eviction process 
  • Lease violations
    • anything listed on lease agreement that has been undermined by the tenant
  • Damage or violent crimes on the premises of the property
  • Tenants refusal to sign a new lease agreement
  • Tenant refusing reasonable access to landlord for the purpose of making repairs to the property
  • Tenant is an unauthorized subtenant

The following are also key things to note:

  • 30 & 60 Day Notice
    • If a tenant is not behind on rent but the landlord is attempting a eviction, they are required to present a written notice.  A 30-day notice is required if all tenants who have lived at the property for less than a year, 60-day notice is required if all tenants have lived on the property longer than a year.
  • Tenants do not have the right to deduct for repairs to the property
  • A landlord is not permitted to evict a tenant for complaining about the property or requesting reasonable repairs

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, Los Angeles County has added extra protection for certain tenants and circumstances. June 1st, 2022 through December 31st, 2022 Los Angeles County will be following the Updated COVID-19 Tenant Protections Resolution.  Some context of the resolution is listed below:

  • Rent increase freeze for rent stabilized units in unincorporated areas
  • Protection from eviction for:
    • No-fault evictions reasons
    • Nuisance
    • unauthorized occupants or pets

Contact a Los Angeles Attorney Today To Get the Get The Help You Need

If you or someone you know of is in need of an attorney due to wrongful eviction or a tenant conflict, please feel free to call our law firm at 310.943.1171, where our specialized attorneys are more than happy to help you with your case.