Landlord/Tenant (Unlawful Detainer)

A landlord files an Unlawful Detainer civil action to try to evict a tenant that he/she claims no longer has the right to live on the premises.

  • If you are a landlord, click here.
  • If you are a tenant, click here.

Where to File

All Unlawful Detainer actions must be filed at the Central Division of the San Diego Superior Court located at 330 W. Broadway, Room 225, San Diego, CA 92101.

Unlawful Detainer Clinics

Central: Operated by Legal Aid Society of San Diego, this clinic offers assistance to self-represented litigants by explaining landlord-tenant procedures and helping prepare forms. Click here for locations and schedules.

North County: Operated by San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program, this clinic offers assistance to self-represented litigants by explaining landlord-tenant procedures and helping prepare forms. SDVLP is currently offering remote assistance. Please call (619) 235-5656 Ext. 127.

If you are low-income, you may be eligible for a free attorney to advise and/or represent you. Click here for information.