This bill establishes an expedited ejectment proceeding in New Jersey to facilitate the removal of unauthorized occupants from real property. Under the new provisions, when a property owner files a verified complaint in the Superior Court to recover possession of their property from an unauthorized occupant, the court is required to hold a hearing within three business days. The hearing must occur no later than the fifth business day following the court's determination to allow the expedited proceeding. The property owner or their agent must certify that the occupant has been notified of the complaint and that the occupant has never been a lawful tenant or paid rent for the property.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the occupant receive written notice of the hearing date, time, and location within 24 hours of scheduling. If the court finds the owner's certification accurate, it will issue a writ of possession, allowing law enforcement to remove the unauthorized occupant. The bill also includes provisions for extending timelines in extraordinary circumstances and establishes penalties for forgery related to the ejectment process. Furthermore, property owners who prevail in these actions are entitled to recover treble damages for losses incurred due to unlawful occupancy. The bill is set to take effect three months after enactment and will apply to actions initiated thereafter.