Bailiff Eviction - Court Bailiff Eviction

A bailiff eviction becomes necessary when a tenant fails to leave the property voluntarily after a possession order has been granted by the court.

If the tenant remains in occupation after the date specified in the possession order, the landlord must apply to the court for a warrant of possession so that a court bailiff can attend the property and carry out the eviction.

It is important to understand that even where a landlord has obtained a possession order, it is still unlawful to attempt to remove the tenant personally, to change the locks, or in any other way prevent the tenant from occupying the property.

Doing so may amount to a criminal offence under the Protection from Eviction Act 1977 and must therefore be avoided.