Landlord just served me 30-day eviction notice in California - how long do I actually have?

Landlord knocked on my door today and handed me a "30-Day Notice to Terminate Tenancy." Says he wants to move his daughter in (we're in Orange County).

I've been here 3 years, always paid on time, no issues. Rent is $2,400/month and everything comparable nearby is $3,200+. I really don't want to move.

Questions:

• Do I have to be out in exactly 30 days?
• What happens if I don't move out?
• How long is the actual eviction process if he files in court?
• Can I fight this under AB 1482?

I have two kids in school and can't afford to move right now.

The notice doesn't mention AB 1482 at all. It just says "30-Day Notice" and "owner move-in." Does that matter?

Also, if the timeline is 70-80 days, that gives me more time to find a place. Should I just stay put and look for housing?

Real talk: yES that matters. AB 1482 requires teh notice to include specific language about just cause, your rights, and relocation assistance (if applicable). If the notice is defective, the landlord will lose in court.

Requirements the notice must include:

• Statement that termination is under Civil Code Section 1946.2
• Specific just cause reason (here: owner move-in)
• Information about one month's rent relocation assistance
• Statement of your right to dispute

If your notice is missing these for what it's worth, you have a strong defense. The landlord would need to serve a NEW compliant notice and start the 30-day period over.

Also - you're entitled to relocation assistance! For owner move-in evictions under AB 1482, the landlord must pay you one month's rent ($2,400) either:

• Before you move out, or
• As a waiver of your last month's rent

Did the notice mention this? If not, it's defective and you can challenge it.

Document everything. If the landlord's daughter doesn't actually move in within 90 days, or moves out before 36 months, you can sue for wrongful eviction and recover significant damages.