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Confirm a Notice of Eviction

Remember that you cannot be forced to move from your home (evicted) without a court order and in the presence of the Sheriff.

Online users who have questions about a notice from their landlord may contact the Office of Landlord-Tenant Affairs for by clicking on the third link below and following the guidance for creating a Service Request.

The Sheriff's Department (240.777.7130) will confirm whether an eviction is scheduled for a specific address but will not provide the date or time. Evictions are generally scheduled at 10:30 AM or 1:00 PM Monday - Friday. Although these are the general guidelines, evictions can take place at any time. For general information about the eviction process, please refer to the Landlord Tenant Handbook (page 30-33) or the Eviction Prevention brochure at the respective links below. The Office of Landlord Tenant Affairs handles landlord and tenant disputes involving most residential rental properties located in Montgomery County however, does NOT have jurisdiction within the incorporated municipalities of the City of Gaithersburg (301-258-6340), City of Rockville (240-314-8300), City of Takoma Park (301-891-7119), Town of Barnesville, Town of Garrett Park, and the Town of Laytonsville. Questions regarding properties within these incorporated municipalities should be referred to the local municipality for further information.

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To speak with a Customer Service Representative, please call 311 during business hours.

Last Updated: 09/20/2023 08:39:11