New Jersey S2524 criminalizes actions by individuals who rent out residential properties they do not own or lawfully possess.

New Jersey S2524 makes it a crime for individuals to claim ownership or possession, or take possession, of a residential dwelling without the lawful owner's consent, for the purpose of renting it out or obtaining a benefit. This includes houses, apartment units, mobile homes, co-ops, and other types of residences. The bill does not apply to tenants, subtenants, lessees, sublessees, or assignees with a lawful occupancy interest, or to those with a good faith belief in lawful ownership or authorization to rent.

New Jersey S2524 criminalizes actions by individuals who rent out residential properties they do not own or lawfully possess.

New Jersey S2524 makes it a crime for individuals to claim ownership or possession, or take possession, of a residential dwelling without the lawful owner's consent, for the purpose of renting it out or obtaining a benefit. This includes houses, apartment units, mobile homes, co-ops, and other types of residences. The bill does not apply to tenants, subtenants, lessees, sublessees, or assignees with a lawful occupancy interest, or to those with a good faith belief in lawful ownership or authorization to rent.