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Texas Notice to Vacate Requirements

Summary

Landlords must give tenants a written notice to vacate at least three days before filing an eviction lawsuit, unless the lease specifies otherwise.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    You must receive a formal written notice before an eviction suit is filed.
  • 02.
    You have the right to a trial in a Justice of the Peace court before being forced to move.
  • 03.
    The notice must clearly state the deadline to leave.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Dismissal of the eviction lawsuit if the notice was not properly served or timed.
  • 02.
    Potential liability for the tenant's attorney fees if the landlord loses the case.

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