<\/span><\/h3>\nWhen a tenant does not have a written lease, they are considered a month-to-month tenant. To evict such a tenant in Minnesota, landlords must follow these steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n1. Provide written notice:<\/strong> The first step is to give the tenant a written eviction notice stating the reason for eviction and specifying a specific number of days to vacate the premises. Generally, 30 days’ notice is required for month-to-month tenants.
\n2. Deliver the notice:<\/strong> The notice should be delivered either in person or via certified mail with a return receipt. It is crucial to keep a record of the delivery.
\n3. Wait for the notice period to expire:<\/strong> After serving the notice, landlords must wait for the notice period to expire. If the tenant refuses to leave, the next step is to file an eviction lawsuit.
\n4. File an eviction lawsuit:<\/strong> If the tenant remains on the premises beyond the notice period, the landlord can file an eviction lawsuit in the district court where the rental property is located.
\n5. Serve the summons and complaint:<\/strong> The tenant must be officially served with a summons and complaint for eviction. This should be done by hiring a process server or a county sheriff.
\n6. Attend the court hearing:<\/strong> Both the landlord and the tenant must attend the court hearing. It is vital to present all necessary evidence supporting the eviction, such as the written notice and any other relevant documentation.
\n7. Receive the judgment:<\/strong> If the court rules in favor of the landlord, a judgment for eviction will be issued. The tenant will be given a specific timeframe to vacate the property.
\n8. Remove the tenant:<\/strong> If the tenant still refuses to leave after the judgment, the landlord must hire a law enforcement officer to remove the tenant and their belongings from the premises.<\/p>\n