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How can I evict non-paying tenants after their cheque bounced?
Dear Lawyers,
I rented my apartment to a tenant. Before they moved in, they mentioned having a money issue and agreed to pay one month's rent first. They said they would pay the deposit and the next month's rent the following month.
They also agreed to sign one open cheque for the deposit and one cheque for each month’s rent.
In the one month they stayed, I received three notifications from the management team regarding violations of building rules, such as putting decorations on the door.
At the end of the month, the cheque bounced due to signature issues, which implies that all the cheques cannot be deposited. I have tried to contact them, but they do not respond.
I realize this could become a serious problem. What can I do now to reduce my loss and evict them?
Thank you!
Hello, dear questioner,
The law gives you the right to evict a tenant from the property if they do not pay the rent, misuse the property, or cause damage after sending them a notice.
We can help you send the notice, file an eviction lawsuit, and pursue the bounced cheque.
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Dear Questioner,
Thanks for your inquiry!
Regarding the above, we would like to inform you that, firstly, it is important to note that the laws and regulations in the UAE may vary depending on the emirate in which you reside.
Therefore, it is advisable to seek legal advice from a lawyer in your specific emirate for accurate information.
In general, as per the UAE Civil Code, a landlord has the right to terminate a tenancy contract if the tenant fails to pay the rent for a period of 30 days from the due date.
In your case, since the tenants have not paid the rent for the first month and the cheque has bounced, you may have the right to terminate the tenancy contract and evict the tenants.
However, before taking any legal action, it is recommended to try and resolve the issue amicably by communicating with the tenants and giving them a chance to rectify the situation.
You can also try to reach a mutual agreement with the tenants, such as allowing them to pay the rent in installments or finding a new tenant to take over the tenancy.
If the tenants refuse to cooperate or fail to pay the rent, you can file a case with the Rental Dispute Settlement Center in your emirate.
The center will review the case and may issue a judgment for eviction and payment of any outstanding rent or damages.
In addition, since the tenants have violated the building rules, you may also have the right to terminate the tenancy contract based on this ground.
However, it is advisable to consult with us as a lawyer to ensure that you follow the proper procedures.
Kindly do not hesitate to contact us via phone or email for further guidance.
Greetings,
Dear sir,
First, you must serve legal notice to them through a notary public. If they do not pay within 30 days, we can file a case in court to vacate them.
We can arrange the notice and handle it for you. Just contact us at [--------] for more info.
