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SHERIFF’S EVICTION INFORMATION SHEET
(UPDATED 1/2024)
A Writ of Possession of Real Property is commonly referred to as the “eviction writ.” This writ enables the levying officer to satisfy the judgment by placing the judgment creditor in lawful and peaceful possession of specific land and appurtenant structures. A judgment for possession of real property may result from a variety of things, including a tenant’s non-payment of rent or a breach of the rental or lease contract. A writ of possession may be issued at the conclusion of a civil action for unlawful detainer.
The eviction process must be carried out according to the unlawful detainer laws that govern it. Please seek legal advice on the laws and process that governs a lawful eviction.
All requests for eviction require the following to be completed:
- An original writ of possession* plus two copies
- SER-001
- SER-001A
- Proper fees (Click HERE for fee schedule)
Upon the receipt of all complete and correct required documents and fees, the Notice to Vacate will be served and/or posted on the defendant at the property address in the order in which it was received. The agent provided on the instructions will be mailed a confirmation letter with the date and time of the eviction (restoration). We do not provide eviction information via incoming telephone calls to our office.
The agent/representative must meet the deputy at the property address at the given date and time of the restoration with either a locksmith or a key to gain entrance to the property. If the deputy cannot gain entrance to the premises, the restoration will not be completed. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early and give the deputies at least 15 minutes after the scheduled time to arrive before calling the office for status. All efforts will be made to contact the agent/representative at the number provided if the deputy is going to be more than 20 minutes late.
The Sheriff will not cancel any eviction without written and signed instructions from the same party that signed the original instructions. The cancellation may be submitted in person at our office, mailed/e-mailed at civil@sbsheriff.org or faxed to 805-568-2909 (South County) or 805-346-7437 (North County). If the cancellation is faxed or e-mailed you must follow-up with the original cancellation to our office. WE DO NOT ACCEPT VERBAL OR TELEPHONE CANCELLATIONS.
The Sheriff is entitled to his fee for service whether or not the service is successful (GC 26738); therefore, no refund of eviction fees will be issued without a minimum two-hour notice of cancellation before the eviction date and time. If the eviction is not completed or the agent is a no-show and you want the eviction completed at a later date, you will have to submit new fees, instructions and all other required documents including the writ declaration form.
If we receive or are notified by a third party of a claim of right to possession, bankruptcy, stay, or any other judicial reason for stopping an eviction, we will notify you immediately. The eviction will be removed from the schedule and will be placed on hold until disposition or further order is received. There is no cancellation fee for an eviction postponed by the court.
Tenants/Defendants: If you have received a Notice to Vacate from the Sheriff’s Office, the Sheriff cannot delay, cancel, or otherwise change the date or time of your eviction, nor can we provide any information via telephone or email. Please direct your questions to your landlord/creditor, seek legal assistance or refer to the resources listed on our home page.
Landlords/Plaintiffs: The Sheriff cannot evict a tenant until you have been granted a judgment and a writ of possession has been issued by the Superior Court of proper jurisdiction. If you are unfamiliar with the eviction process, you may wish to seek the services of an eviction service, an attorney or other available legal resources as the Sheriff is not permitted to give legal advice.
*If the original writ is already on file or you are submitting an electronically issued writ, you must submit a writ declaration form along with the correct number of copies of the writ.
**Per CCP 262, if you have been represented by an attorney during the eviction process, the attorney of record must sign the Sheriff’s instructions. If you were not represented by an attorney, you as the plaintiff must sign the instructions. A plaintiff’s agent or representative may not sign the Sheriff’s instructions unless they are the attorney representing you as described above.
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🌟 This week is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Our public safety dispatchers and call takers are an extraordinary group of women and men who answer emergency calls 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Answering calls for help from members of the public, and dispatching cops, paramedics and firefighters to law enforcement, medical and fire emergencies - many of which are inter-connected - requires great levels of technical skill, coolness under extreme conditions, an outstanding ability to communicate, dedication to duty, and large doses of tact, patience, common sense, and empathy for the plight of others.
🙏🏼 Thank you to our dispatchers and call takers for the amazing work you do every day! 📞
Join us on-line on Thursday, April 25, 2024 to discuss funding, acquisition, and use of SBSO’s equipment that is considered military equipment pursuant to Assembly Bill 481.
Date: Thursday, April 25, 2024
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Microsoft Teams
Meeting ID: 233 399 032 129
Passcode: 7JfiCQ
Or call in (audio only) +1 805-724-6760,,737039882#
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📊The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is sharing preliminary stats related to the 2024 Deltopia weekend. We issued 256 citations and made 32 arrests (all misdemeanors).
Rain and wind on Friday made for a calm and relatively uneventful first day of Deltopia. The crowds were largest on Saturday and significantly larger than last year’s event and concentrated at residences along the ocean side of Del Playa. Attendance spiked in the early afternoon along with an increase in emergency medical calls, most of which were for acute alcohol intoxication.
Most residents complied with the Outdoor Festival Ordinance, however 13 citations were issued for illegal parties, in accordance with the new Social Host Ordinance where deputies encountered rooftop partygoers and noise violations. One paid party was also shut down. Deputies noted compliance from the community on maintaining smaller, free parties. The Sheriff’s Office noted no incidents of cliff fall or fentanyl overdose fatalities.
Thank you to our community partners and first responders from @santabarbaracountyfire , @amr_social , Alcoholic Beverage Control, @ucsbpolice , @chp_santabarbara , @smpdhq , @sbcsar , and Santa Barbara County Emergency Medical Services.
As we approach the unsanctioned festival known as Deltopia, here are some quick tips for a safe weekend! 👍🏽
🌟 Our recent retirees were honored at the Board of Supervisors meeting today.
👏🏼 Join us in congratulating Sergeant Henebry, K9 Odin, and Administrative Office Professionals Marla Arnoldi and Karen Kozak.
🙏🏼 Thank you all for your service- you will be missed!
🌟 We are proud to introduce the newest member of the Sheriff’s Office team – Deputy Oliver. Earlier today, Sheriff Brown lead a swearing-in ceremony at Headquarters that was attended by Deputy Oliver’s family and Sheriff’s Office staff.
👮🏽♀️👨🏽💼The Sheriff’s Office is hiring for a variety of exciting and rewarding careers – learn more at SBSheriff.org!
☕️ Thank you to everyone who joined us for Coffee with a Cop today! This was a great opportunity to have conversations with our community members and connect over a cup of coffee.
🏆 Join us in congratulating Custody Deputy Soto, who was honored today at the Military Order of the World Wars, Colonel George C. Woolsey Chapter 113 awards luncheon with the National Law and Order Outstanding Performance Award. This recognition honors those who excel in local, and national security, homeland security, law enforcement and service to the community.
Santa Maria Valley Community of Prayer stopped by NBJ to learn more about the work of the Sheriff’s Office in serving our local communities and the challenges faced by our team members. Thanks for the visit and chance to connect @ndop_santamaria
☕ The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is excited to invite the community to a special edition of Coffee with a Cop, introducing the new Goleta Community Resource Deputy, Connor Worden. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Old Town Coffee, 5877 Hollister Avenue, Goleta.
Coffee with a Cop is a community outreach program designed to provide a relaxed environment for residents to engage with local law enforcement. This event offers an opportunity for open dialogue, building relationships, and addressing any concerns community members may have.
At this event, we are proud to showcase the newly selected Goleta Community Resource Deputy, Connor Worden. The goals of the Community Resource Deputy position are to help solve chronic problems by working collaboratively with citizens and other agencies and empowering residents with the knowledge of how to make their neighborhoods safer.
The event is open to all members of the community, and there is no cost to attend. We encourage residents to come and meet their local law enforcement officers and enjoy a cup of coffee with us.