Summary
Landlord-tenant disputes in New Jersey are managed by the NJ Supreme Court Special Civil Part. Evictions are executed by Special Civil Part Officers, who may request municipal police assistance. Municipal officers cannot independently intervene in non-emergency situations. Non-emergency mail issues fall under USPS jurisdiction. If a tenant falsely claims mail issues or harasses you, consider filing a harassment claim. False reports to law enforcement are illegal. You can file a pro se claim for unpaid rent in Small Claims court. Document all interactions and consult pro bono legal services for assistance.Full Conversation
Is it illegal for the municipal officers to inject themselves into the matter in a non-emergency situation?
In New Jersey:
- Municipal officers can intervene if requested by the Special Civil Part Officers.
- They cannot independently interfere in non-emergency landlord-tenant disputes.
- Any unsolicited intervention could be seen as an overstep of their jurisdiction.
Are non-emergency mail delivery issues under the jurisdiction of the the USPS post master or local municipal police?
In New Jersey:
- Non-emergency mail delivery issues fall under the jurisdiction of USPS.
- Local municipal police typically don't handle such matters unless it involves a crime.
- The Postmaster General oversees all operations of the USPS, including mail delivery issues.
I had a situation where a legally evicted tenant claimed the post office told her mail had been returned to my house. The former tenant told the police this alleged exchange, complete unproven hearsay. The assumption here is that the was given to the USPS by me, and then delivered it back to my house. As far as I know the legal way to handle mail delivered to a person with no forwarding address is to give it to the USPS. This former tenant told the police she moved and that I had her mail and refused to give it to her. The police brought her to my house to demand the mail even though she knew she was under the eviction notice and trespass warning. I asked them to charge her with trespass. They refused and stated she has the right to be here with them.
From the information given, it appears there may be overstepping of boundaries. In New Jersey:
- Mail issues are typically handled by USPS, not local police.
- Trespass warnings should be respected unless there's an emergency.
- If you believe your rights have been violated, consider contacting a local attorney or the NJ Supreme Court Special Civil Part.
The municipal officer, who took this woman's claim on pure hearsay, and even quote the claim to me also refused to look at the eviction notice / trespass warning. She had no proof of her claim. I had court documents supporting mine. And she is using the police to harass me. She even admitted to the police she had her nephew text messaging me and ringing my doorbell. I have this whole thing filmed, including her admissions.
It appears that you may have grounds to file a harassment claim. In New Jersey:
- Filing false reports to law enforcement is illegal.
- Harassment by communication (texts, phone calls) is also considered a crime.
- Filming can provide strong evidence in such cases.
- You may want to consult with a local attorney for advice on how to proceed.
This same woman also falsely reported I locked her out of the house days after I told her I was ending her tenancy for harassing me. She had the same police force ringing my doorbell for that. I demanded the officer watch her use the key herself. She handed it to him and he opened the door without issue.
It seems your situation is escalating. In New Jersey:
- Filing false reports is a crime.
- If the police are involved, they should verify claims before acting.
- You have the right to terminate a tenancy due to harassment.
- Consider seeking legal counsel to protect your rights and interests.
I'm on a free legal AI chat because I have no money for a lawyer. The eviction was a financial drain and I was shorted rent money. I have to file a claim pro se to try to recoup that. Even then it will be next to impossible to collect. The woman is allegedly living in a hotel and doesn't even have a mailing address now. This is what the mail issue was about, She insisted on using my mailbox after she was evicted. It's going to be difficult or impossible to server her on the sc case.
It sounds like a challenging situation. In New Jersey:
- You may file a claim pro se in Small Claims court for unpaid rent.
- Service of process can be tricky without a fixed address. However, the court may allow alternate means like service by publication.
- Consult pro bono legal services for assistance. Make sure to document all interactions for your case.
TRY ME!
Ask Your Question For Free