He received a couple warnings, and then I ended up giving him 30 days notice to move out.

If there are kids in the home I'd caution against having it turned off without a certified letter of notification with a 30 day warning. 

@Matthew Kreitzer gives a solid warning here. . . 

Agreed that it is good for the eviction to go on their record as a warning to other landlords.

It's suprising once your stern, professional and don't give an inch thing go better.Unfortunatly I find being nice bites me on the tush in busienss s

If they continue to make noise, even though they've been warned, they get kicked out. 

I would have a stern discussion with the tenant and let them know you will not be playing games like this.

For one, it will be a way to warn other landlords. 

Landlords who don’t want tenants who are going to mug their neighbors or deal drugs will now be treated as racists and potentially sued.Last week, the Department of Housing and Urban Development issued new guidelines to landlords, warning that bans against renters with criminal convictions violate the Fair Housing Act because they disproportionately affect minorities.In effect, the Obama regime is now outlawing criminal background checks for apartment rentals, even though such screening is critical for the protection and security of tenants and property, and serves a legitimate business need.In a newly released 10-page missive, HUD warns landlords they can be held liable for discrimination if they deny housing over criminal records.

From what I know of the market, it is strong and you shouldn't have a problem as long as you are priced appropriately and the home is of good quality.I would warn you that the Republic of Kalifornia is TOUGH for a Landlord, particularly a new one.