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How evictions work

Current Laws

Tenant laws and protections are determined by where you live. Most of these are created at the state level. We want to connect you to the best local resources, including the right legal services and fair housing organizations if needed.

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All Orange County cities follow the CA state laws. Currently, three cities have additional tenant protections: Santa Ana, Costa Mesa, and Buena Park.*

Click on the cities below to read more.

*As of June 2024

For city and county related housing assistance, please call