Although the legal proceedings have the potential of being prolonged, evicting a tenant is often essential nonetheless. There are times when, for various reasons, having a certain tenant simply isn't worth it. This can include a tenant who is involved in illegal business, causes excessive damage to the home, or most commonly, refuses to pay the agreed rent. In these cases, landlords should be sure to follow the necessary steps of the eviction process as soon as possible to prevent unrecoverable losses. The first step in evicting a tenant is to establish the violation that has occurred. Landlord tenant laws protect tenants from eviction without cause, so landlords cannot begin this process unless a violation has occurred. If there has been a violation, landlords can proceed by sending a notice to the tenant. Included in this notice should be the names of the parties, the violation that has been occurred, and the allotted time before legal action. As soon as the notice period elapses, landlords can file in court to receive a\the necessary judgment to evict.