What is a residential landlord/tenant eviction?

A residential landlord/tenant action applies to the rental of noncommercial dwelling unit with or without a rental agreement. It involves an action filed by a landlord against a tenant or a tenant against a landlord for common disputes dealing with payment of rent and/or noncompliance or breach of a lease or rental agreement. 

Chapter 83 of the Florida Statutes provides general information on landlord/tenant actions. Landlord actions typically involve nonpayment of rent and recovering possession of the rental property. Carefully review this section of the law before starting any legal action.

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1. How do I file a landlord/tenant eviction?
2. What is a residential landlord/tenant eviction?
3. Where can I get forms for a landlord/tenant eviction?
4. What do I do after the eviction summons has been served?
5. How do I get a writ of possession?
6. What if I can't pay the filing fee?