My landlord initiated eviction litigation for non-payment. We made a stipulation, which included provision for him to make certain repairs. I received a Marshall's notice (6-day notice). I went to court, said that I had the money for the stip and by the way, no repairs were made. The judge gave a hearing for 11/20. I missed court on Friday. I will be in court first thing Monday morning requesting a new date. Do I need to be concerned that a Marshall may come to my door Monday morning to perform an eviction and lock me out? Is there anything that I can do on Sunday? (My property manager has no interest in working with me at all - communication has completely broken down.)
Rule of thumb ... don't blow off a court date (unless you're in the hospital).
Yes you have a problem. Call the Marshall and see if your apartment is scheduled. There should be a numbr on the notice you received.
Why did you get the Notice anyway? If you signed a stip you knew what might happen. Did you go to court and file an Order to Show Cause to get the date (that you missed)?
I don't know if you can get a second date for something like this, but you can try. Be prepared with a bullet-proof airtight excuse why you skipped court. I'd also talk to a lawyer.
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