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The landlord must give the tenant notice and go through the court process to get an Eviction Order. Then they must get the Sheriff to remove the tenant from the unit. The landlord cannot change the locks or remove the tenant's property until the Sheriff enforces the Eviction Order.
Iowa eviction laws vary from county to county, but they still follow the same general eviction process: Send a clear written notice. Fill out the forms. Serve the tenant. Attend the trial. Wait for judgment.
An Unlawful Detainer, more commonly known as an eviction, is used when a landlord wants to get tenants out of a rental property - either commercial or residential. Only a sheriff can evict someone. Even if a tenant is months behind on rent, the landlord cannot evict the tenant or get rid of the tenant's belongings.
For example, if your landlord does not send you a proper notice to quit, you have paid all the rent you owe, or you were not properly served with a summons and complaint, you should file what is called a motion to dismiss as soon as possible. To do this, fill out the Motion to Dismiss form (Form 20).
Respond to the eviction case by filing a written response with the court very quickly. This means you're going to participate in the lawsuit and fight the eviction. Talk with your landlord and try to come up with an agreement where you can stay in your home.