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 Indiana, a notice to pay rent or quit is a formal communication from a landlord to a tenant who is behind on rent, giving the tenant a specific amount of time to either pay the overdue rent or vacate the property. Under Indiana law, the notice period is typically 10 days. This means the tenant has 10 days from the receipt of the notice to either pay the full amount of rent owed or leave the premises. If the tenant fails to comply with the notice by not paying the rent or vacating, 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, as failure to do so may affect their ability to successfully evict the tenant. Tenants receiving such a notice should be aware of their rights and may wish to consult with an attorney to understand their options and any defenses they may have against eviction.