A notice to pay rent or quit—also known as an eviction notice or notice to vacate due to late rent—is a written letter demanding a tenant who is late paying rent (1) pay the rent by a certain date or (2) quit (leave or vacate) the premises.
In Wyoming, a notice to pay rent or quit is a legal document that a landlord can serve to a tenant who is behind on their rent. This notice informs the tenant that they must either pay the overdue rent by a specified deadline or vacate the rental property. The notice period for nonpayment of rent is typically three days, as per Wyoming Statutes Annotated § 1-21-1002. If the tenant fails to pay the rent or vacate the premises within the given time frame, the landlord may then proceed with filing an eviction lawsuit, also known as a forcible entry and detainer action, in the appropriate court. It is important for landlords to follow the proper legal procedures when issuing a notice to pay rent or quit to ensure that any subsequent eviction proceedings are valid. Tenants who receive such a notice should be aware of their rights and may wish to consult with an attorney to understand their options and any potential defenses they may have.