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Does a landlord have to file an unlawful detainer lawsuit in order to evict a tenant?

Yes, in California a landlord may not have a tenant removed from his or her residence without getting permission from the court. In order to get the court's permission the landlord must file an unlawful detainer lawsuit.

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