A Legal Eviction Notice is a formal, written communication from a landlord to a tenant that states the ground for eviction — such as non-payment of rent, breach of the rental agreement, expiry of tenancy, or the owner's requirement of the property for personal use — along with the notice period and the date by which the tenant must vacate. Depending on the state and the terms of the tenancy, it typically references the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 and the applicable state Rent Control Act. Serving this notice is usually a mandatory step before a landlord can approach the Rent Controller or a civil court for eviction.