State-Specific Eviction Guidance for Every Jurisdiction
Notice periods, filing fees, timelines, and just-cause requirements for all 50 states plus D.C. — with editable overrides for county and city-level laws.
All 50 States + D.C. at a Glance
Compare notice periods, filing fees, timelines, and tenant protections across states.
| State | Pay or Quit | Cure or Quit | Filing Fees | Timeline | Just Cause |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | 3 days | 3 days | $75–$435 | 45–90 days | Yes |
| Texas | 3 days | 3 days | $46–$54 | 21–40 days | No |
| New York | 14 days | 10 days | $45–$170 | 60–120 days | Yes |
| Florida | 3 days | 7 days | $185–$400 | 30–60 days | No |
| Ohio | 3 days | — | $88–$150 | 30–45 days | No |
| Oregon | 10 days | 14 days | $83–$281 | 45–90 days | Yes |
| Illinois | 5 days | 10 days | $60–$250 | 45–75 days | Partial |
| Georgia | — | — | $52–$60 | 14–30 days | No |
The Eviction Process Tracker™ includes data for all 50 states plus Washington D.C. — automatically applied when you create a case.
Customize for Your Jurisdiction
State defaults load automatically. Override any value for county or city-specific rules.
California Eviction Law
Pay or Quit
Cure or Quit
Filing Fees
$75–$435
Typical Timeline
Notes
Edit values above to customize for your jurisdiction. Always verify with a local attorney.
Visualize the Eviction Timeline
California non-payment eviction: typical phases and duration.
Pre-Eviction
Days 1–3
Notice Period
Days 4–6
Filing & Service
Days 7–14
Court Hearing
Days 15–35
Judgment & Writ
Days 36–50
Possession / Lockout
Days 51–65
Total
~65 days
California non-payment eviction (typical)
Why State-Specific Guidance Matters
One wrong notice period can restart your entire eviction.
Notice Periods Vary Wildly
A 3-day pay-or-quit in Texas becomes a 14-day notice in New York. Serve the wrong notice type and your case is dismissed — costing you another 30–90 days of lost rent.
Just-Cause States Add Complexity
California, New York, Oregon, and others require a legally valid reason to evict. Without the right documentation of that reason, the court will not hear your case.
Local Laws Override State Laws
Cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New York City have tenant protections stricter than their state law. The Eviction Process Tracker™ lets you customize for county and city-level overrides.
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State-specific guidance for all 50 states + D.C. — with county and city overrides for local laws.