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A notice to pay rent or quit—also known as an eviction notice or notice to vacate due to late rent—is a written letter demanding a tenant who is late paying rent (1) pay the rent by a certain date or (2) quit (leave or vacate) the premises.

In Alabama, a notice to pay rent or quit is a formal communication from a landlord to a tenant who is behind on rent. Under Alabama law, specifically the Alabama Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, landlords must provide tenants with a 7-day notice to pay or quit before they can initiate eviction proceedings for nonpayment of rent. This means the tenant has seven days to pay the overdue rent in full or vacate the premises. If the tenant fails to comply with the notice by either paying the rent or leaving the property, the landlord may then file an eviction lawsuit, also known as an unlawful detainer action, in the appropriate court. It's important for both landlords and tenants to understand that the eviction process is governed by strict legal procedures and timelines, and an attorney can provide guidance specific to the situation.

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