California Eviction Notice PDF
California at a glance: 3-Day Pay or Quit: Required for nonpayment of rent (Cal. CCP § 1161) · 3-Day Cure or Quit: Required for curable lease violations · Just Cause Required: Yes, after 12 months (AB 1482 / Tenant Protection Act)
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Eviction Notices in California
California has some of the most tenant-protective eviction laws in the country. The state has strict procedural requirements for eviction notices, including specific notice periods and delivery rules under California Code of Civil Procedure § 1161.
California's Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) applies to most residential rentals and requires "just cause" for eviction after the tenant has resided in the unit for 12 months. Most cities also have local rent control and just-cause eviction ordinances that may be even more protective than state law.
California Eviction Notice — Quick Reference
| Requirement | California Rule |
|---|---|
| 3-Day Pay or Quit | Required for nonpayment of rent (Cal. CCP § 1161) |
| 3-Day Cure or Quit | Required for curable lease violations |
| Just Cause Required | Yes, after 12 months (AB 1482 / Tenant Protection Act) |
| 30-Day Notice | Tenancy < 1 year; 60-day notice for tenancy ≥ 1 year |
| Local Rent Control | Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland, and others have stricter rules |
California Legal Requirements
- 3-day Pay or Quit Notice required before filing for nonpayment of rent.
- 3-day Cure or Quit Notice required for fixable lease violations.
- After 12 months of residency, just cause is required to terminate tenancy (AB 1482).
- Notice must state specific violation, amount owed, or reason for termination.
- Delivery must be: personal service, left with responsible adult + mailed, or posted + mailed.
- COVID-era protections have largely expired but local rules may still apply.
California Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's California legal resources or your state legislature's official website.