[FL] How do I evict a month-to-month tenant for unpaid rent and property damage?

FL Landlord-Tenant

I need to evict a tenant.

December 11, 2025

Blake

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You should issue a 3-day notice to pay rent or vacate (Florida Statutes § 83.56(3)). It must list the amount owed, give 3 business days, and be delivered properly (Florida Statutes § 83.56(4)). If unpaid, you can file for eviction in county court, attend the hearing, and get a judgment for possession (Florida Statutes § 83.62).

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I need to evict a tenant.

Lexi, Chatbot

I understand this can be stressful. Have you already started the eviction process or do you need guidance?

Beginning.

Lexi, Chatbot

What are the reasons for eviction?

Damaging property and living with no cleanliness.

Lexi, Chatbot

Anything else the lawyer should know?

Missing rent too.

Blake

Hey there! I’m Blake, an attorney. Have you already given any formal notice to the tenant?

Not formally, no.

Blake

Got it. Which state are you in? Also, is there a written lease?

Florida. No written lease. Month-to-month. Missing part of August rent. Verbal agreement included cleanliness.

Blake

Understood. Have you discussed the issues with the tenant before now?

Yes—visits, calls, and texts asking for rent.

Blake

How do I prove verbal communication about rent? And how long does court processing take? What if the house is further damaged out of anger?

Blake

You can prove verbal communication with follow-up texts, emails, or witnesses. Evictions usually take a few weeks to a couple months depending on the court. If more damage happens, document everything with photos and repair estimates.

Okay, thank you. I will deliver the letter now. Is it legal to cancel the WiFi subscription the tenant is using? It's under my name and I'm paying for it.

Blake

Generally yes, unless WiFi was part of the rental agreement. If it wasn’t promised, you can cancel it.

The agreement just said “utilities are not billed to you.” I charged one total price for living there.

Blake

Then you should be able to cancel the WiFi without issue.

Thank you.

Blake

Happy to help! You can request me again anytime.

Blake

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