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How does a tenant evict another tenant?

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If the co-tenant is on the lease only the landlord can evict him. If the "co-tenant" is actually subleasing from the tenant then that tenant is the landlord and can evict the other tenant. The Senior tenant gives the violating tenant a notice
"30 day notice of tenancy expiration."

If the tenant does not go, the senior tenant goes to either small claims
court or landlord tenant court and seeks a WRIT of RESTITUTION.
(this is if the senior tenant is not seeking money from the junior tenant). If money
is sought, an UNLAWFUL DETAINER judgment is needed first. the WRIT
comes in 10 days if the junior tenant is still there.

Of course laws vary in different jurisdictions. You may need to visit your local housing court, a local landlord/tenant agency or consult with an attorney to determine what your rights are in your particular jurisdiction.

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