New Jersey § 2a:33-6

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:33-6, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 2a:33-6.

A landlord or his duly authorized agent may, for arrears of rent, distrain: a. The goods and chattels of his tenant, found upon the demised premises, except such

as are by law exempt from distraint and except the goods and chattels of another in

possession of the tenant; b. The live stock of his tenant, found upon the demised premises or upon premises

appurtenant thereto, except the property of another in the tenant's possession; and c. All products of the soil severed from the soil and remaining upon any part of the

land charged with such rent; and d. All fruits or products of the soil, growing or being upon the demised premises,

which the landlord or his agent may sever and remove from such premises to a safe

and proper place on the premises or, if there be no such place thereon, to some other

place to be procured by the landlord, due notice of which place shall be given to

the tenant or left at his place of abode. The property so subject to distraint shall be appraised, sold and disposed of at the

time and in the manner provided in this chapter.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:33-6

What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:33-6 cover?

Section 2a:33-6 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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