My tenant signed a lease agreement for my shop in February 2016, ending January 2017. He paid the rent for February, but then his cheques for March, April, and May bounced. After repeated reminders, he deposited ₹15,000 into my account. On May 15th, I sent two notices: one asking him to vacate the shop within 30 days for breaking the lease terms, and the other demanding payment for the bounced cheques within 15 days. Both notice periods have passed, but he hasn’t left. What should I do now?

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Law Forum › Category: Landlord / Tenant › My tenant signed a lease agreement for my shop in February 2016, ending January 2017. He paid the rent for February, but then his cheques for March, April, and May bounced. After repeated reminders, he deposited ₹15,000 into my account. On May 15th, I sent two notices: one asking him to vacate the shop within 30 days for breaking the lease terms, and the other demanding payment for the bounced cheques within 15 days. Both notice periods have passed, but he hasn’t left. What should I do now?
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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

My tenant signed a lease agreement for my shop in February 2016, ending January 2017. He paid the rent for February, but then his cheques for March, April, and May bounced. After repeated reminders, he deposited ₹15,000 into my account. On May 15th, I sent two notices: one asking him to vacate the shop within 30 days for breaking the lease terms, and the other demanding payment for the bounced cheques within 15 days. Both notice periods have passed, but he hasn’t left. What should I do now?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

As the tenant breached the lease agreement by failing to pay rent and the notice period has passed, you can legally file a case for eviction in a civil court. You can also claim damages for unpaid rent and the cost of bounced cheques. Consult a lawyer for guidance on the specific procedures and documentation required in your situation.

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