The Unlawful Detainer (Landlord/Tenant) Unit is located on the second floor in Room 200. Unlawful Detainer cases involve lawsuits in which one party sues another to recover possession of real property. An example of an unlawful detainer case is a landlord suing to recover possession of property from a renter. Unlawful detainer actions are considered civil matters and are governed by the Code of Civil Procedure - external link and Civil Code - external link.