HOW-TO GUIDES: Responding to an Eviction and Unlawful Detainer
How to respond to an eviction and unlawful detainerHave you received a Notice to Pay Rent or Quit and have you been served with an Unlawful Detainer? You can defend yourself by filing an Answer.
Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County offers assistance to Tenants. Please leave a message on their housing line (650) 517-8911; someone will return the call.
The California Courts offers a Self-Help guide for both landlords and tenants for evictions and unlawful detainers.
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