This bill establishes an expedited ejectment proceeding in New Jersey to facilitate the removal of unauthorized occupants from real property. Under the new provisions, property owners can file a verified complaint in the Superior Court to obtain a writ of possession against individuals occupying their property without consent, color of title, or prior payment. The court is mandated to hold a hearing within three business days of receiving the complaint and to notify the property owner or their agent of the court's determination. If the court allows the expedited proceeding, the hearing must occur by the fifth business day following the determination. The property owner or their agent must certify several conditions in the complaint, including that the occupant has never been a lawful tenant and has not paid rent or received written permission to reside on the property.

Additionally, the bill outlines the process for notifying the unauthorized occupant of the hearing and stipulates that if the court finds the owner's certification accurate, it will issue a writ of possession, allowing for the removal of the occupant. The bill also includes provisions for extending timelines in extraordinary circumstances and establishes penalties for forgery related to the ejectment process. Furthermore, it allows property owners who prevail in these actions to recover treble damages for losses incurred due to unlawful occupancy, in addition to other damages and costs. The bill is set to take effect three months after enactment and will apply to actions initiated thereafter.