Alabama Eviction Notice Form

What Is an Alabama Eviction Notice?

An eviction notice is a written warning that gives a tenant a set deadline to fix a problem with the rental. In Alabama, a landlord typically sends one before filing anything in court, and it can ask the tenant to:

• Pay rent that is past due.
• Fix a specific lease violation.
• Leave the rental property.

The notice itself does not remove the tenant. It only starts the clock the law requires before a landlord can file an eviction case, known as an unlawful detainer action.

Alabama Eviction Notice Requirements

Every valid notice needs a few baseline elements, no matter which type you use.

Alabama's Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act sets most of these rules. A missing detail can delay your case in court, so double-check it before serving.

Types of Alabama Eviction Notices

Alabama landlords generally choose from four notice types, based on the reason for ending the tenancy:

• 7-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit, when rent is past due.
• 7-Day Notice to Cure or Quit, when a lease violation can still be fixed.
• 7-Day Unconditional Notice to Quit, when there is no chance to fix the violation.
• 30-Day Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month Tenancy, to end an ongoing tenancy with no fixed term.

The 7-day notices all count business days only, while the 30-day notice runs on calendar days tied to the rent due date.

7-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit in Alabama

Use this notice when a tenant has not paid rent by the due date. It gives the tenant seven business days to pay in full or move out, counted from the day they receive it.

State the exact amount owed, any late fees the lease allows, and where or how to send payment. A tenant who pays in full within that window can stay under the existing lease, per Alabama Code §35-9A-421.

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7-Day Notice to Cure or Quit (Lease Violation) in Alabama

This notice covers a lease violation the tenant can still fix, such as an unauthorized pet or an unpaid utility bill. Clearly describe the violation and explain what the tenant must do to fix it.

Alabama caps how many times a tenant can rely on this cure period. More than two cures in 12 months ends the cure option.

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7-Day Unconditional Notice to Quit in Alabama

An unconditional notice tells the tenant to leave with no opportunity to fix the problem. Alabama allows this only for specific situations, including:

• Illegal drug activity in the unit or a common area.
• Unlawful use or discharge of a firearm, outside self-defense.
• A criminal assault on the property, outside self-defense.
• A repeat of the same violation within six months of an earlier cure.

These grounds do not require a chance to correct the issue first. The notice period still runs 7 business days, even though the tenant cannot cure the violation.

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30-Day Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month Tenancy in Alabama

Either the landlord or the tenant can end a month-to-month tenancy with this notice, and Alabama does not require a stated reason. The notice must reach the other party at least 30 days before the next rent due date.

A vague or late notice can push the termination date back a full rental period. Calculate the deadline carefully, per Alabama Code §35-9A-441.

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How to Serve an Eviction Notice in Alabama

Completing and delivering your Alabama eviction notice doesn’t require a legal background or any expertise. Follow Lumr’s 7 steps to have your notice ready and signed in moments. Here’s how:

1. 1

   Pick the right notice type

   Match the notice type to your situation. It could involve unpaid rent, a fixable violation, a non-curable violation, or ending a month-to-month tenancy. Choosing the wrong one can force you to start over.

2. 2

   Fill in the details

   Add the tenant's name, the property address, the amount owed or violation, and the deadline to respond. Double-check the notice period before you calculate the deadline.

3. 3

   Sign and date the notice

   Sign and date the completed notice on the day you plan to deliver it. An undated notice can create confusion later about when the clock started.

4. 4

   Deliver the notice

   Hand-deliver the document directly to the tenant or post it conspicuously on the rental unit entrance. If that’s not possible, leave a copy with an adult at the residence and mail a second copy to show the tenant received it.

5. 5

   Keep a copy for your records

   Retain a signed duplicate alongside your certified mail tracking stub or photo proof of posting for District Court submission. This becomes your proof of service in court.

6. 6

   Wait out the notice period

   Allow the 7-day or 30-day window to expire completely, counting only full business days for nonpayment notices under Alabama law. Check whether the tenant has complied once the deadline arrives.

7. 7

   File for possession if needed

   If the tenant still hasn’t complied by the deadline, file an unlawful detainer case in your local Alabama District Court, following the court system's process for possession.

   You must use this court process to remove a tenant, since Alabama Code §35-9A-427 bans self-help evictions. Do not change the locks or shut off utilities to force a move, and never remove a tenant's belongings without a court order.