New Jersey Eviction Laws — A Landlord's Guide (2026)
NJ requires "just cause" for most evictions. Process is more tenant-protective than most states. 90-180 days typical timeline.
Statute: NJSA 2A:18-61.1 (Anti-Eviction Act)
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Just-cause requirement
NJ Anti-Eviction Act applies to most multi-family units (excludes owner-occupied 2-3 unit, seasonal, school employee housing). Eviction only for: non-payment, disorderly conduct, lease violation, etc.
Notice types
Non-payment: no notice required, file directly. Lease violation: cease-and-desist + 30-day notice to quit. Habitual late payment: 30-day notice + cease.
Filing summary dispossess
File in Special Civil Part (Landlord-Tenant), Superior Court. Tenant has 5 days minimum to answer. Trial scheduled within 10-30 days.
Warrant of removal
After judgment + 3 business days, sheriff issues warrant. Tenant has 3 more business days minimum to vacate. Total: 60-120 days from filing to lockout.
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