Minnesota Eviction Timeline
Step-by-step legal timeline from notice to lockout.
The eviction process in Minnesota follows a strict statutory timeline. Landlords must provide proper notice, wait for the notice period to expire, file with the court, and obtain a judgment before a lockout can occur. The timeline below outlines each step in chronological order based on current state law.
Eviction Process Timeline
Notice Period (Nonpayment)
14 days
Notice Period (Lease Violation)
No statutory notice required; landlord may file immediately for material violations.
Landlord Can File
Landlord may file after the 14-day notice expires for nonpayment, or immediately for lease violations.
Tenant Answer Deadline
Tenant typically appears at the hearing; written answers may be required.
Hearing Timeline
Typically 1–2 weeks after filing, depending on court schedule.
Lockout / Physical Eviction
Only the sheriff may execute the writ of recovery after a court judgment.
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