A landlord cannot evict a tenant without a court order. However, a landlord can recover possession if the premises have been abandoned.If the premises are abandoned, the landlord may make a list of the tenant's personal property, remove it and store it. If you did not tell the landlord you would be away, the landlord can assume you abandoned the rental unit in two cases. 80-4-302. Evidence of grounds for termination. In determining whether a parent or parents have abandoned a child, it is prima facie evidence of abandonment. After filing a possession bond, the landlord is required to notify the tenant in the same manner of service as the summons. Report of abandoned property -- Notice. In Utah, child abandonment is a criminal offense related to, but distinct from, child abuse. Instead, the law requires that you really possess it.