Eviction - Oklahoma City

[Randall Cornelison]

Hey all, I need to evict a non-paying tenant. Has anyone gone through this process in OKC, have any advice or direction?  I've already posted a notice on his door and sent the same notice registered mail.   Now I understand I need to file a suit of eviction . . .   I'm open/hoping for advice.  Thank you all!  - Randy

[Pete M.]

My understanding for OKC is that if your mortgage is in forbearance or the tenant is on government assistance, you may be boned on getting them out.  Otherwise, you should be able to evict for non-payment.  You can still evict for non-renewal either way, but that's obviously only relevant if their lease is up.  We use an attorney to file any evictions, so I can't help you with the details on that side of things.

Your case will also look better if you have clear documentation of trying to reach out and work out a payment plan with the tenant first.  Tenants are generally getting the sympathy vote, so be sure you have your ducks in a row.