Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey

Re: Squatters rights

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Yes, the person can be evicted. However, the person can apply for a "hardship stay of eviction" when the matter goes to court. This means that the person could stay in the property for a certain period of time. However, in order to get a hardship stay of eviction, all rent arrears have to be paid up and rent must be paid during the time the persons stays on the property. Unfortunately, (or fortunately, if you are a landlord) the courts cannot force a landlord to rent to someone who does not pay rent. There are charitable agencies and state and county agencies that help people who cannot pay their rent.