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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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