In virginia, what are the steps to evict a tenant who is not paying rent?

Question

My tenant is over 30 days late on his rent and refusing to return calls.

Answer 1

Here is a

PDF explaining the process in VA:

http://www.lsnv.org/Evict_Eng.pdf

Answer 2

it should go something like this

Eviction Time Line*

The number of days can vary depending on the Court's schedule and local procedure.

Day 1: Rent due date

Day 5: Last day to pay to avoid late fee

Day 6: Landlord issues 5- day "pay or quit" notice

Day 11: Landlord files Unlawful Detainer

Day 25: Court hearing date, judgment for possession and money, last opportunity to redeem

Day 28: Last day for tenant to move or be put out by sheriff (if immediate possession is granted)

Day 35: Last day to file appeal

Answer 3

Present them with an eviction notice and if they do not comply you can call the police.