Eviction in Alabama
State-specific overview · Property & Real Estate
Alabama requires landlords to provide 7 days' written notice before filing eviction for non-payment of rent.
How Alabama treats Eviction
Alabama follows a straightforward eviction process under its Forcible Detainer statute. Landlords must give tenants written notice of the lease violation and allow 7 days to cure before filing in court. The eviction case moves quickly through district court, and if the landlord wins, the sheriff executes the removal. Alabama does not require specific cause for eviction if the lease term has ended, making month-to-month tenancies easier to terminate.
The general definition of Eviction
The legal process by which a landlord removes a tenant from rental property.
Eviction is the formal legal process a landlord uses to force a tenant to leave the property. The landlord must have a valid reason—such as non-payment of rent, lease violation, or the end of the lease term—and must follow strict procedural rules, which vary by state. Typically, the landlord must give written notice (often 30 days or more), file a case in court, and obtain a judgment from a judge before the tenant can be physically removed. A tenant has the right to defend themselves in court and present their side of the story.
Read the full Eviction entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Alabama.