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 California, a 'notice to pay rent or quit' is a legal document that a landlord can serve to a tenant who has failed to pay rent on time. This notice informs the tenant that they must either pay the overdue rent by a specified deadline, usually within three days, or vacate the rental property. If the tenant fails to comply with the notice by either paying the rent or leaving the property, the landlord may then proceed with filing an unlawful detainer lawsuit (eviction) in court. It's important for the notice to be properly drafted and served in accordance with California law to ensure that it is legally valid. Landlords are advised to consult with an attorney to ensure that the notice and any subsequent eviction proceedings are handled correctly.