S.2524

Criminalizes certain actions of individuals who offer rental of residential property that they do not own or legally possess.

Introduced·2/5/24
Introduced Text

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.

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Where it stands

Current
Community and Urban Affairs Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 5, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee