Eviction Notice Legal Rights

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Summary

In Texas, landlords must provide a written notice to vacate before filing an eviction lawsuit. If the landlord wins the case, a writ of possession is issued. You should have been served notice for the hearing. If you havent been served, it may be a violation of your rights. A no answer default judgment cannot be made without proper service. Consult a local attorney or contact the Bexar County Court for further assistance.

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i have an eviction question. I work from home but i was never served with eviction papers but my landlord says they’ve already won the case. I never had the chance to go to court or know their was even a hearing
Hello Denesha, it's crucial to know your location to provide you with accurate legal information. Could you please provide it? Additionally, have you received any written notice from your landlord or the court about the eviction?
i’m in san antonio texas
In Texas:
- A landlord must provide a written notice to vacate before filing an eviction lawsuit.
- If the landlord wins the case, a writ of possession is issued.
- You should've been served notice for the hearing.
- Check with Bexar County Court for records.
i have no been served at all
If you haven't been served, it may be a violation of your rights. In Texas:
- You must be served notice of eviction proceedings.
- A 'no answer' default judgement cannot be made without proper service.
- Consult a local attorney or contact the Bexar County Court.