N.J. DCA Landlord/Tenant Information Series — Actions for Unlawful Entry or Detainer Law

In any action under this chapter, a plaintiff recovering judgment shall be entitled to possession
of the real property and shall recover all damages proximately caused by the unlawful entry and
detainer including court costs and reasonable attorney's fees. When a return to possession
would be an inappropriate remedy, treble damages shall be awarded in lieu thereof. The
judgment may be enforced against either party in a summary manner by any process necessary to
secure complete compliance therewith, including the payment of the costs.

L.1951 (1st SS), c.344, amended by L.1971, c. 227, s. 4, eff. June 21, 1971.