UD-120 – Verification by Landlord Regarding Rental Assistance – Unlawful Detainer
The “Verification by Landlord Regarding Rental Assistance—Unlawful Detainer” (Form UD-120) is a legal document adopted for mandatory use by the Judicial Council of California. This form is essential for landlords in the state of California who are involved in an unlawful detainer action, particularly when seeking possession of residential property due to nonpayment of rent or other financial obligations under a lease agreement.
Key features of the form include sections where the landlord must affirm:
- Not having received rental assistance or other financial compensation for the amounts demanded in the complaint.
- Not having pending applications for rental assistance or financial compensation related to the complaint.
The form also includes standard fields for entering details about the case, the parties involved, and the court handling the matter. Additionally, the landlord must sign the document under penalty of perjury, affirming the truthfulness and correctness of the information provided. This form plays a crucial role in ensuring that due legal process is followed in cases of eviction based on financial disputes between landlords and tenants.
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to fill out the form UD-120 adopted by the Judicial Council of California:
Gather Necessary Information
Before you begin filling out the form, ensure you have all relevant details about the case, including the case number, attorney information (if applicable), and details about the residential property and the tenant involved.
Fill in the Case Details
- Case Number: Enter the case number assigned by the court.
- Attorney or Party Without Attorney State Bar Number: If you are represented by an attorney, include their State Bar number. If you are representing yourself, leave this blank.
- Name, Firm Name, Street Address, City, State, ZIP Code: Fill in your contact information or that of your attorney.
- Telephone No., Fax No., Email Address: Provide these contact details to receive communications about the case.
Court and Party Information
- Superior Court of California, County of: Enter the county where the court handling your case is located.
- Court Address and Branch Name: Include the street and mailing addresses of the court.
- Plaintiff and Defendant: Enter the names of the plaintiff (you or your represented entity) and the defendant (the tenant).
Rental Verification Statements
Carefully read the verification statements regarding rental assistance and financial compensation:
- Confirm that you have not received rental assistance or other financial compensations related to the amount demanded in the eviction notice.
- Verify that you do not have any pending applications for rental assistance or financial compensation that would affect the claims made in this unlawful detainer action.
Declaration
At the end of the form, there is a section where you must declare under penalty of perjury that all statements made in the form are true and correct.
- Date: Fill in the date on which you are completing the form.
- Type or Print Name: Clearly type or print your name.
- Title: If you are signing on behalf of a corporation or another business entity, provide your title within the organization.
- Signature: Sign the form to affirm the statements made.
Review and Submit
Double-check all the information for accuracy and completeness. Once you are sure that all details are correct and truthfully represented, submit the form to the court as required. This may involve mailing or personally delivering the form to the court clerk, or filing electronically, depending on the court’s submission guidelines.
Ensure that you keep a copy of the completed form for your records and future reference. If you are unsure about any part of the form or the process, consider seeking legal advice to ensure proper compliance with legal requirements.