<\/span><\/h2>\n**The process of evicting a tenant in Texas without a lease involves the following steps:**<\/p>\n
1. Provide written notice:<\/strong> Start by providing written notice to the tenant stating the reason for the eviction and the date by which they must vacate the premises. The notice must be delivered in person or through certified mail.<\/p>\n2. Wait for notice period:<\/strong> Give the tenant a reasonable amount of time to either address the issue or vacate the property. The required notice period varies depending on the reason for eviction, but typically ranges from 3 to 30 days.<\/p>\n3. File a forcible entry and detainer suit:<\/strong> If the tenant fails to vacate the premises within the notice period, you can file a “Forcible Entry and Detainer Suit” (eviction lawsuit) in the appropriate Texas justice court. You will need to pay a filing fee and provide documentation supporting your claim.<\/p>\n4. Serve the tenant with a citation:<\/strong> Once the lawsuit is filed, the tenant must be officially served with a citation, which informs them of their right to appear in court and defend their case.<\/p>\n5. Attend the court hearing:<\/strong> Both parties will have an opportunity to present their case in court. If the judge rules in your favor, you will receive a judgment that allows you to legally remove the tenant from the property.<\/p>\n6. Obtain a writ of possession:<\/strong> If the tenant does not voluntarily vacate the property after receiving a judgment in your favor, you can obtain a writ of possession from the court. The writ allows law enforcement to physically remove the tenant if necessary.<\/p>\n7. Execute the eviction:<\/strong> Law enforcement will post a notice on the property, giving the tenant a specific timeframe to vacate. If the tenant still refuses to leave, law enforcement will remove them from the property.<\/p>\n