Eviction Process in Arizona Landlord Serves a Zero- to Ten-Day Eviction Notice. Landlord Files an Eviction Lawsuit with the Court. Court Serves the Tenant the Summons. Tenant Files an Answer. Landlord and Tenant Attend Court Hearing and Receive Judgment. Tenant Gets a Final Notice Period to Move Out.
Even in the absence of a written lease, a tenant at will is entitled to a fair and formal eviction process. This protection makes sure that landlords follow proper legal procedures. Here are the key components of this right: Proper notice: Landlords must give tenants a formal notice of eviction in advance.
Arizona law (ARS § 33-1378) indicates that: “A person who is a guest of a tenant who is not named on a written lease and who remains on the premises without the permission of the tenant or the landlord is not a lawful tenant and that person's presence in or on the premises does not constitute residency or tenancy.
State Laws: When a Guest Legally Becomes a Tenant StateRules on Guests Becoming Tenants Alabama Guests can stay for up to 30 days Alaska No official cutoff. Landlord must specify in lease Arizona Guests can stay for up to 29 days Arkansas No official cutoff. Landlord must specify in lease46 more rows •