Nebraska 3-Day Eviction Notice Overview
Nebraska Is a 3-Day Notice State
Nebraska uses a 3-day notice under Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1431(2).
Nebraska's landlord-tenant law is based on the URLTA, codified at Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1401 through 76-14,115. The 3-day notice for non-payment under Section 76-1431(2) is among the shortest in the country. Nebraska County Courts handle eviction cases across the state's 93 counties. For lease violations, Nebraska requires a 14-day notice with a right to cure under Section 76-1431(1).
3 Days
Notice period
$47-$57
Filing fee
Neb.
Governing law
2-4 Wks
Court process
Nebraska's Actual Notice Period
Nebraska requires a 3 days notice under Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1431(2). Using the wrong notice period is one of the most common grounds for dismissal in County Court.
3 Days Notice (Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1431(2))
The landlord must deliver a written notice giving the tenant the required time to pay rent or vacate. The notice must state the exact amount of past-due rent. If the tenant pays in full within the notice period, the notice is void and the tenancy continues.
Nebraska Legal Requirements
- Written Notice: Must be in writing under Nebraska law
- Rent Amount: State the exact dollar amount of past-due rent owed
- Notice Period: Allow 3 days for the tenant to pay or vacate
- Property Address: Include the complete rental property address
- Tenant Names: Include all tenants named on the lease agreement
- Proper Service: Use an approved service method under Nebraska law
How to Serve an Eviction Notice in Nebraska
Personal Delivery
Hand the notice directly to the tenant. Use a witness or process server to document delivery
Posting and Mailing
If personal delivery fails, post the notice on the door and mail a copy by certified or first-class mail
Wait the Full Notice Period
Allow the full 3 days to pass. The day of service does not count as day one
File in County Court
After the notice period expires without payment, file the eviction complaint with proof of service
Nebraska Eviction Timeline
After the notice period expires, the landlord files in County Court. The court issues a summons and schedules a hearing, typically within 7 to 21 days. If the landlord prevails, the court enters a judgment for possession, and the sheriff or constable executes the writ.
Total timeline from initial notice to physical removal is typically 2-4 wks for uncontested cases. Contested cases with defenses, counterclaims, or appeals can add several weeks to the process.
Nebraska Court Fees & Costs
| Fee / Cost | Typical Amount |
|---|---|
| Court Filing Fee | $47-$57 |
| Service of Process | $25 - $75 |
| Writ of Possession | $30 - $75 |
| Attorney Fees (if hired) | $500 - $2,500 |
Sample Nebraska Eviction Notice
Below is a preview of a Nebraska-compliant notice under Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1431(2).
3-DAY NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR QUIT
STATE OF NEBRASKA
Pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1431(2)
TO TENANT(S):
Name: [Tenant Full Name]
PREMISES:
Address: [Address, City, NE ZIP]
RENT DUE:
$[Amount] for [Period]
NEBRASKA COMPLIANCE
This notice complies with Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-1431(2). Nebraska is a 3-day notice state.