25 Del. C. ch. 57 § 5707
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The complaint shall: (1) State the interest of the plaintiff in the rental unit from which removal is sought; (2) State the defendant’s interest in the rental unit and defendant’s relationship to the petitioner with regard thereto; (3) Describe the rental unit from which removal is sought; (4) State the facts upon which the proceeding is based and attach a copy of any written notice of the basis of the claim as an exhibit to the complaint; and (5) State the relief sought which may include a judgment for rent due if the notice of complaint contains a conspicuous notice that such demand has been made.
Delaware Code Title 25, Chapter 57, Section 5707 sets out what a formal eviction complaint must contain when a landlord seeks to remove a tenant from a rental unit. The complaint must identify both parties' interests in the property, describe the unit, lay out the factual basis for the action, and attach any written notice that was previously given. If the complaint conspicuously states that a money judgment for unpaid rent is being sought, the court may also award that relief alongside removal.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under 25 Del. C. § 5707, a compliant eviction complaint includes a clear statement of the landlord's ownership or management interest, a description of the rental unit, and a full account of the facts supporting the claim. Operators generally attach any written notice—such as a pay-or-quit or lease-violation notice—as an exhibit to the complaint. If back rent is owed and the landlord wishes to pursue a money judgment in the same action, the complaint must include a conspicuous notice of that demand.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 5707 of Title 25 of the Delaware Code governs what an eviction complaint must contain, and tenants can review a filed complaint to verify that it meets all required elements. If the complaint is missing required information—such as a description of the rental unit, the factual basis for removal, or a copy of any prior written notice—that deficiency may be raised as a procedural issue in the proceeding. Tenants facing eviction in Delaware may wish to contact a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand how these requirements apply to their situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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