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Form DC-421
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Form DC-421 Summons for Unlawful Detainer (Civil Claim for Eviction) - Virginia
What Is Form DC-421?
This is a legal form that was released by the Virginia District Court - a government authority operating within Virginia. Check the official instructions before completing and submitting the form.
FAQ
Q: What is Form DC-421?
A: Form DC-421 is a Summons for Unlawful Detainer (Civil Claim for Eviction) used in Virginia.
Q: What is an Unlawful Detainer?
A: Unlawful detainer is a legal term used to describe a situation when a tenant remains on the premises without the landlord's permission.
Q: What is a Civil Claim for Eviction?
A: A civil claim for eviction is a legal process initiated by a landlord to regain possession of a rental property from a tenant.
Q: When is Form DC-421 used?
A: Form DC-421 is used when a landlord wants to initiate a civil eviction action against a tenant in Virginia.
Q: Who can file Form DC-421?
A: Only a landlord or their authorized representative can file Form DC-421.
Q: What information is required on Form DC-421?
A: Form DC-421 requires information such as the names of the parties involved, the rental property address, and the reason for eviction.
Q: What should I do after completing Form DC-421?
A: After completing Form DC-421, you should file it with the appropriate Virginia court and serve a copy to the tenant.
Q: What happens after Form DC-421 is filed?
A: After Form DC-421 is filed, the court will issue a summons to notify the tenant of the eviction action and the date of the court hearing.
Q: What are the possible outcomes of a civil eviction hearing?
A: The possible outcomes of a civil eviction hearing include the tenant being ordered to vacate the premises, monetary damages being awarded to the landlord, or the case being dismissed.
Form Details:
- Released on July 1, 2022;
- The latest edition provided by the Virginia District Court;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
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