- What forms do I need to file with the court to get the tenant out?
- What if I cannot afford the court fees and cost?
- I served the tenant. How do I get my trial date?
- How can I find out if the tenant responded to the complaint?
- If the tenant did not respond - What forms do I need for a Default/Clerk's Judgment and possession?
- What do I do after a Writ of Possession has been issued by the court?
- Can a lock-out be delayed?
What forms do I need to file with the court to get the tenant out?
- Original Complaint (UD-100)
- Original Civil Case Cover Sheet (CM-010)
- Plaintiff's Mandatory Cover Sheet and Supplemental Allegations (UD-101)
- Original Summons (SUM-130)
- Copy of the Notice (Demand Notice)
- Copy of the Rental Agreement (Optional)
- Copy of any Attachments
What if I cannot afford the court fees and cost?
Apply for a Waiver of Court Fees and Costs (FW-001). You may be ordered to go to court to answer questions about your ability to pay court fees and costs and to provide proof of eligibility. For more information, please contact the Unlawful Detainer Division at (916) 875-7746, Hours: 8:05 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, excluding court holidays.
I served the tenant. How do I get my trial date?
If the tenant files an answer, you can request to Set Case for Trial (UD-150). A copy must be mailed to each answering tenant before filing and an Original Proof of Service (POS-010) is needed for each tenant.
How can I find out if the tenant responded to the complaint?
You can check your case on the court’s website at https://services.saccourt.ca.gov/PublicCaseAccess/UD. You can also contact the Unlawful Detainer Division at (916) 875-7746, Hours: 8:05 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, excluding court holidays. Please have your case number ready.
If the tenant did not respond - What forms do I need for a Default/Clerk's Judgment and possession?
- Original Proof of Service (POS-010) (For each tenant)
- Request for Entry of Default (CIV-100)
- Judgment by Default by Clerk (UD-110) or
- Writ of Possession (EJ-130)
- Writ of Possession (EJ-130)(Needed for nonpayment of rent)
What do I do after a Writ of Possession has been issued by the court?
Take the original Writ of Possession (EJ-130) to the Sheriff's Department Civil Bureau - external link located at: 2969 Prospect Park Drive, Suite 200 Rancho Cordova, CA 95670.
Can a lock-out be delayed?
Yes, if the tenant files a motion requesting a delay of the lock-out.