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NJ S1728
NJ S1728Provides for legal representation for residential lessees and tenants in any removal or eviction proceeding.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill would provide for legal representation for residential lessees and tenants in any action filed in the Superior Court, Law Division, Special Civil Part seeking their removal or eviction pursuant to a proceeding set forth in chapter 18 of Title 2A of the New Jersey Statutes. Under the bill, any covered residential lessee or tenant would be entitled to be represented by counsel. The court could adjourn any removal or eviction proceeding for a reasonable period of time for any lessee or tenant to secure counsel. The court would appoint counsel for any lessee or tenant who is earning an income, after taxes, that is 80 percent or less of the current area median income established annually by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development; or found by the court to have an inability to pay for an attorney.
AI Summary
This bill ensures that residential renters and tenants facing eviction proceedings in New Jersey's Superior Court, Law Division, Special Civil Part, will have the right to legal representation. If a tenant cannot afford an attorney, the court will appoint one for them, provided their after-tax income is at or below 80% of the area median income, as determined annually by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), or if the court finds they are otherwise unable to pay for legal help. The court can also pause eviction cases for a reasonable time to allow tenants to find a lawyer.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S1728 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S2000/1728_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S2000/1728_I1.HTM |
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