This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
How do I start my Small Claims or Commercial Small Claims case? You or someone else may start your case by filling out a Complaint Form (DC-283). The Complaint Form describes your claim to the Court. You may file by mail or you may file in person at one of the District Court courthouses.
The Suffolk County Sheriff must give at least 14 days notice (a 14 DAY NOTICE) after the expiration of any and all stays directed by the Judge before evicting a tenant/respondent from the premises.
The warrant of eviction is a court order that authorizes the Suffolk County Sheriff to physically remove the tenant from the property. The sheriff will typically schedule a time to perform the eviction, which may take place within a few days of the issuance of the warrant.
page version of this information is available at the courthouses. The maximum you can sue for Is $5000. You must be a individual at least 18 years old, or an association, or municpal corporation, to file a Small Claim in Suffolk District Court. On the form, request Day Court or Night Court.
In New York State, an eviction of a tenant is lawful only if an owner has brought a court proceeding and obtained a judgment of possession from the court. A sheriff, marshal or constable can carry out a court ordered eviction. An owner may not evict a tenant by use of force or unlawful means.
New York Eviction Time Estimates ActionDuration Maximum continuance 14 days Issuance of warrant of possession Unspecified Time to quit after writ is posted 14 days Total 1-5 months4 more rows •
Under the new Good Cause Eviction law, New Yorkers have the right to continue living in their homes without fear of unreasonable eviction or extreme rent increases. In many situations, tenants of market rate housing will now be covered by more expansive protections. Read below for details.