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Florida Statutes Section 83.56 - Termination of Rental Agreement
Summary
Mandates that a landlord must provide a specific three-day written notice to a tenant before filing for eviction due to non-payment of rent.
Rights & Rules
- 01.Tenants have 3 business days to pay rent or vacate before a lawsuit can be filed.
- 02.The notice period excludes weekends and legal holidays.
- 03.The notice must clearly state the amount of rent due.
Penalties
- 01.Immediate dismissal of an eviction lawsuit if the notice was not served correctly.
- 02.Landlord may be required to pay the tenant's attorney fees if the case is dismissed.
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