Civil Unlawful Detainer

[MARIA A MASSA]

Jurisdiction

California

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Is there a statue of limitations to set aside a default judgment on an Unlawful Detainer in CA?

 

[Zigner]

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Is there a statue of limitations to set aside a default judgment on an Unlawful Detainer in CA?

Yes, there is a time limit (not a statute of limitations, per se). If you explain the matter more fully, you will get a more useful answer.

 

[Zigner]

For reference, here is the template for the motion to set aside a default judgment in Los Angeles County. It states that it must filed within 6 months in some instances, with other periods for others situations. That is why you need to explain more fully.

https://lafla.org/wp-content/upload...side-Default-Judgment-How-To-GuideEnglish.pdf

 

[zddoodah]

Is there a statue of limitations to set aside a default judgment on an Unlawful Detainer in CA?

It's not a statute of limitations, but the relevant statutes are Code of Civil Procedure section 473(b) and section 473.5.

Query whether you have a valid defense or if you are just looking to delay the inevitable.

 

[adjusterjack]

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Is there a statue of limitations to set aside a default judgment on an Unlawful Detainer in CA?

Have you already vacated the rental?