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You are here: More Topics > Landlord/Tenant > Evictions Questions & Answers: A Guide for Landlords > How does the landlord start the unlawful detainer case?

The landlord has to fill out three Judicial Council forms:

Summons - Unlawful Detainer-Eviction (form SUM-130)
Complaint - Unlawful Detainer (form UD-100)
Civil Case Cover Sheet (form CM-010)

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