Instructions for Form DC-469 Request for Writ of Eviction in Unlawful Detainer Proceedings - Virginia

This document contains official instructions for Form DC-469 , Request for Writ of Eviction in Unlawful Detainer Proceedings - a form released and collected by the Virginia District Court.

FAQ

Q: What is Form DC-469?
A: Form DC-469 is a request for a Writ of Eviction in Unlawful Detainer Proceedings in Virginia.

Q: What is an Unlawful Detainer proceeding?
A: An Unlawful Detainer proceeding is a legal process to remove a tenant from a property due to non-payment of rent or other lease violations.

Q: Who can file Form DC-469?
A: Only the landlord or property owner can file Form DC-469.

Q: What information is needed to fill out Form DC-469?
A: You will need to provide the names of the landlord and tenant, the address of the rental property, and the reason for the eviction.

Q: What is a Writ of Eviction?
A: A Writ of Eviction is a court order that allows the landlord to remove the tenant from the property.

Q: What happens after Form DC-469 is filed?
A: After Form DC-469 is filed, the court will review the request and, if approved, issue a Writ of Eviction. The landlord can then proceed with the eviction process.

Q: Can a tenant contest the eviction?
A: Yes, a tenant can contest the eviction by filing an answer to the eviction complaint and attending a court hearing.

Q: What are the possible outcomes of an Unlawful Detainer proceeding?
A: The possible outcomes of an Unlawful Detainer proceeding include the eviction of the tenant, the tenant voluntarily moving out, or a settlement agreement between the landlord and tenant.

Q: Can a tenant be evicted without a court order?
A: No, a tenant cannot be legally evicted without a court order, such as a Writ of Eviction obtained through the Unlawful Detainer process.