California Landlord-Tenant Law

Overview of Landlord-Tenant Laws in California

Both landlords and tenants should be able to deal with many legal questions and problems without a lawyer, once they understand the basics of state law.

Updates on California Rent Control Laws

Regularly updated city-by-city rent control rules in California, with information on other protections for tenants.

What Disclosures Do Landlords in California Need to Give Tenants?

California landlords must make a number of disclosures to tenants.

Tenant's Right to Break a Rental Lease in California

Learn when and how tenants may legally break a lease in California and how to limit liability for rent through the end of the lease term.

California Security Deposit Limits and Deadlines

A breakdown of California landlord-tenant laws on security deposits.

California Landlord's Guide to Security Deposit Disputes in Small Claims Court

Learn how to defend yourself in small claims court in California if a tenant sues you for the security deposit.

Eviction Notices for Nonpayment of Rent in California

Landlords can choose to evict a tenant who fails to pay rent in California. Here’s how.

Statewide Rent Control: California’s Tenant Protection Act of 2019

Starting in 2020, most residential tenancies in California will be covered by some form of rent and eviction control. Read on to learn more.

Updates on California Rent Control Laws

Regularly updated city-by-city rent control rules in California, with information on other protections for tenants.

California Tenant Rights to Withhold Rent or “Repair and Deduct”

Find out when and how to pay less rent in California when your landlord fails to fix major problems in your rental unit.