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The 3-Day Eviction Notice in Florida
Summary
If you miss rent in Florida, the landlord must give you a formal 3-day notice. You have 3 business days to pay the full amount or move out before they can start a court case.
Rights & Rules
- 01.The 3-day window excludes Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays.
- 02.The notice must list the exact amount of rent due. It cannot include late fees or other charges—only rent.
- 03.If the landlord accepts any partial payment after giving the notice, they usually have to start the process over with a new notice.
- 04.For non-rent violations (like pets or noise), the landlord must give you a 7-day notice to fix the problem (cure).
Penalties
- 01.Failing to pay within 3 days allows the landlord to file for immediate eviction.
- 02.If the court case is filed, you must deposit the disputed rent into the court registry or you lose the case automatically.
Verified Citations
Florida Statutes Section 83.56
Source"If the tenant fails to pay rent when due... the landlord may terminate the rental agreement... the landlord shall deliver to the tenant a written notice demanding payment of the rent or possession of the premises within 3 days..."