Excludes squatters and trespassers from the definition of "occupant" for unlawful eviction purposes.

This bill amends the real property actions and proceedings law to exclude individuals who enter a dwelling unit or occupy real property without the rightful owner's permission or payment of rent from the definition of "occupant" for unlawful eviction purposes. This change aims to clarify that only those with a legitimate lease or license agreement with the rightful owner are considered occupants. The bill applies to actions and proceedings initiated after its effective date.

Excludes squatters and trespassers from the definition of "occupant" for unlawful eviction purposes.

This bill amends the real property actions and proceedings law to exclude individuals who enter a dwelling unit or occupy real property without the rightful owner's permission or payment of rent from the definition of "occupant" for unlawful eviction purposes. This change aims to clarify that only those with a legitimate lease or license agreement with the rightful owner are considered occupants. The bill applies to actions and proceedings initiated after its effective date.