Q: Hi, I took possession of my friend's apartment landlord gave me a new lease and I have been paying rent for over 6 mo
Upon taking possession I was never informed about anything being owed prior to me taking over the apt now I have received a court date for a eviction for past due rental payments owed before I moved in how is this legal when I was never informed about it or told I would be responsible for it
A: Service of the Detainer Warrant IS a notice to quit. Start looking for another place. You are probably not personally liable for the back rent, only your occupation period.
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