Full question:
My step son and step daughter-in-law have been living in the home with my husband and me for the past year and a half. I have endured a lot of harassment and verbal abuse and have asked them to leave. They keep telling my husband and me they are not moving out until they find a place they like. We were asking for $100.00 per week and have not received any in the past year. How do I legally have them removed before something happens to me. I am afraid to sleep at night and the harassment continues. I do not feel safe in my own home and my husband can not stay with me all the time.
- Category: Landlord Tenant
- Subcategory: Lease Termination
- Date:
- State: New Jersey
Answer:
A person without a written lease is typically considered a tenant-at-will. In New Jersey, you can terminate a tenancy at will by giving a written notice of thirty days. If they are living in your home without paying rent, you may also seek a restraining order if you fear for your safety due to their harassment.
According to New Jersey law, to legally remove them, you must provide proper notice. For a tenancy at will, you need to give three months' notice to quit (N.J. Stat. § 2A:18-56). If they are tenants from month to month, a one-month notice is sufficient. Ensure you can prove that you provided this notice to the court (N.J. Stat. § 46:8-9).
For your safety, consider documenting all instances of harassment and consult with a legal professional for guidance on your specific situation.
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