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The California Depart of Consumer affairs has updated their Guide to Landlord Tenant Relations. You can view their guide here
Also see Centro de Ayuda las Cortes de California Landlord Tenant Guides y
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California Landlord Tenant Guide
Department of Consumer Affairs,  400 R Street  Sacramento, CA 95814
(800) 952-5210 or (916) 445-1254
TDD Only (916) 322-1700

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Security Deposits

Basic Rules Governing California Security Deposits 
Note: Some cities may have more laws.
The landlord can use the security deposit to pay for the landlord’s expenses if you fail to perform some duty as a tenant (that is, if you default on a tenant obligation). For example, a landlord can use your security deposit if you default by not paying all of your rent before you move out, by damaging the rental unit beyond normal wear and tear, or by leaving the unit less clean than when you moved in. 
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The CALIFORNIA EVICTION PROCESS: If the tenant doesn't voluntarily move out after the landlord has properly given the required notice to the tenant, the landlord can evict the tenant.

To evict the tenant, the landlord must file an unlawful detainer lawsuit in superior court.  In an eviction lawsuit, the landlord is called the "plaintiff" and the tenant is called the "defendant." Find California Eviction Attorney

An unlawful detainer lawsuit is a "summary" court procedure. This means that the court action moves forward very quickly, and that the time given the tenant to respond during the lawsuit is very short.  More in the California Eviction Guide  - How to evict or fight eviction in California. 
 
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