In the eviction process, the UD-155 form is used when both parties—the landlord (plaintiff) and tenant (defendant)—have reached an agreement to settle the issue outside of court, before trial. This commonly occurs in an unlawful detainer action (eviction) in California. A need for this form typically arises after filing a Complaint for Unlawful Detainer (form UD-100) by the landlord, followed by the tenant's Response (form UD-105 or Answer). If both parties are seeking to expedite a resolution without a court trial, they may opt for a stipulated agreement as outlined in the UD-155. - **Prior Forms/Steps:** - Complaint for Unlawful Detainer (Form UD-100) - Tenant's Response/Answer (Form UD-105) - Notice to Quit (served before the filing of the UD-100) - Proof of Service (showing the tenant was served with eviction paperwork) The need for the UD-155 form is triggered when both parties desire a mutual agreement, avoiding the costs and time associated with a trial. This typically reflects a compromise on eviction terms or payment agreements, where both parties benefit from a quicker, less adversarial resolution.